Braised Chestnut and Pearl Onion Confit

Chestnuts are a traditional ingredient in French cuisine, particularly during the autumn season. They add a rich and nutty flavor to dishes.

This is vegetarian and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 85 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.

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Braised Chestnut and Pearl Onion Confit

Cooking Method: Braising Cuisine: French Courses: Dinner, Main Course Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 60 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr 25 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1280

Best Season: Fall

Ingredients

Servings

• 16 ounce Chestnuts
• 1 cup Pearl onions
• 2 tablespoon Butter
• 2 tablespoon Olive oil
• 2 clove Garlic cloves
• 2 sprig Fresh thyme
• 1 cup Vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
2. Make a small incision on the flat side of each chestnut.
3. Place the chestnuts in a large pot of boiling water and cook for 5 minutes.
4. Remove the chestnuts from the boiling water and transfer them to a bowl of ice water.
5. Peel the chestnuts while they are still warm.
6. In a large ovenproof skillet, melt the butter and olive oil over medium heat.
7. Add the pearl onions and cook until golden brown.
8. Add the garlic cloves and cook for an additional minute.
9. Add the peeled chestnuts, thyme sprigs, vegetable broth, salt, and black pepper to the skillet.
10. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
11. Cover the skillet with a lid or aluminum foil and transfer it to the preheated oven.
12. Braise the chestnuts and pearl onions for 45 minutes, or until the chestnuts are tender.
13. Remove from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before serving.
14. Serve the braised chestnut and pearl onion confit as a main course.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 320kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 18g28%

Total Carbohydrate 35g12%

Sugars 8g

Protein 5g10%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.