Description
Water Chestnuts in Water - 540 g
Water chestnuts are underground tubers from aquatic plants and are a classic ingredient in Asian cuisine. This canned version contains water chestnuts preserved in water, which retains their natural freshness and makes them ready to use straight from the packaging. The product is particularly widespread in Chinese and Southeast Asian cuisine, where water chestnuts are used in both savoury and sweet dishes. They can be added to stir-fries for a crispy texture, used as a filling in dim sum, or included in fresh salad arrangements. Water chestnuts are also a popular ingredient in Asian desserts, such as the Thai-inspired dish Tab Tim Grob. The texture is firm and crunchy even after cooking, and the taste is mildly sweet with a neutral character that pairs well with many different flavour combinations. The can contains a total of 540g, of which the drained weight is 250g. The product is preserved with acidity regulator E330 and preservative E223, which contains SULPHITE. The nutritional content is low in fat and calories with only 41 kcal per 100g, making water chestnuts a light and healthy addition to everyday dishes. The product is declared vegetarian, vegan, and halal. After opening, the contents should be transferred to another container and stored in the refrigerator for a maximum of two days. Canned water chestnuts are a practical and time-saving solution for anyone who wants to prepare authentic Asian dishes at home without preparation time. The product is aimed at food enthusiasts working with Asian fusion cuisine, vegetarian cooking, as well as professional kitchens focusing on East Asian flavour experiences. Keywords: canned water chestnuts, Asian preserves, crispy stir-fry ingredient, vegan Asian food, gluten-free preserves.
Product Declaration
Content:
Water, water chestnuts 46.3%, acidity regulator: E330, preservative: E223 (SULPHITE)
Allergens: SULPHITE
Nutritional content per 100 g
| Nutrient |
Amount |
| Energy |
172kJ / 41kcal |
| Fat |
0 g |
| –
of which saturated fatty acids |
0 g |
| – of which unsaturated fatty acids |
g |
| Carbohydrate |
8.6 g |
| –
of which sugars |
0.5 g |
| Protein |
0.7 g |
| Salt |
0.1 g |
| Calcium |
mg |
