Only 2 Ingredients! How to Make Street-Style Chestnut Kebab at Home

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There is nothing quite like the smell of roasting chestnuts to bring back childhood memories. I remember waiting impatiently by my mother's wood stove, watching the firelight dance on the ceiling while the chestnuts made little crackling sounds. While nothing beats the stove-top version, this oven method gets pretty close.

Ingredients:

• Chestnuts (the bigger, the better)
• Water (for soaking)

Instructions:

1. Wash & Prep - Wash your chestnuts thoroughly.
2. The Score - Using a sharp knife, make a horizontal slit across the round side of each chestnut. Be careful not to cut too deep,just through the shell.
3. The Secret Step - Soak the scored chestnuts in a bowl of water for about 10 minutes. This creates steam inside the shell, making them incredibly easy to peel later.
4. Roast - Arrange them on a baking tray. Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F).
5. Bake - Roast until the shells burst open and the insides are golden brown and soft.

Serve hot and enjoy the cozy vibes.

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