How To Peel The Outer Shell and Inner Skin of Chestnuts

1. 1

   Wash the chestnuts quickly and put in a pan.

2. 2

   Add enough water to cover, and heat until the water comes to a boil.

3. 3

   Turn off the heat and let it cool down.

4. 4

   When the water has cooled enough to put your hands in, take out a chestnut.

5. 5

   Cut a small slice off the rough bottom.

6. 6

   Leave the other chestnuts in the water.

7. 7

   Insert the blade of your knife in the cut, and peel the outer shell from the bottom to the top.

8. 8

   Peel off the side of the inner skin with the knife, either from the top or the bottom.

9. 9

   Peel the two remaining sides, whichever direction works best.

10. 10

    If some bits of skin are left on, remove them neatly.

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