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What Are Water Chestnuts, Exactly? <\/strong><\/h3>\r\nIt turns out that water chestnuts are actually the bulb of a Southeast Asian marsh plant (Eleocharis dulcis<\/em>) that grows alongside rice paddies. When the plant's leaves turn brown and die in the fall, the small, round \"corms\" can be harvested from the mud in which they grow. The bulbs are a brownish-blackish color even after being cleaned, but the flesh inside is brilliant white.\u00a0So, why do we call these crunchy vegetables \"chestnuts?\" Well, before they're peeled, they look almost exactly like those glossy, round nuts!\r\n

What Do Water Chestnuts Taste Like?<\/strong><\/h3>\r\nIf you think water chestnuts have a bland flavor, you may be eating the canned variety. It's hard to find them in conventional grocery stores, but many Asian markets or specialty stores sell fresh water chestnuts. Pick up a few to taste the true character of these crunchy, juicy vegetables\u2013a sweet-tart flavor that's slightly reminiscent of an apple or a coconut. Since the bulbs grow in the mud, you'll want to wash them well and peel them before using.\r\n\r\nPro tip<\/em>: Since most of us don't have access to the fresh bulb, use this trick to revive the flavor of canned water chestnuts. Choose the whole kind (instead of the pre-sliced cans) and blanch them quickly in boiling water.\r\n

How to Cook With Water Chestnuts<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n\"\"\r\n\r\nWater chestnuts are a popular addition to vegetable stir fry recipes. Unlike other vegetables that soften as you cook them, water chestnuts maintain their crisp texture. They give any dish a pop of juicy, fresh flavor! They pair exceptionally well with soy sauce, ginger and garlic, making them perfect for Asian-style dishes like our Slow Cooker Sweet and Sour Chicken<\/a>.\r\n\r\nYou can also use them raw in lieu of celery for chicken salad recipes<\/a>, or swap them in to create an inexpensive version of bacon wrapped scallops<\/a>. We also love using them as a low-calorie chip for your favorite dips<\/a>.\r\n

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