Chestnut Rice

Chestnut Rice is a comforting, aromatic dish made by cooking rice with sweet or savory chestnuts. It is a traditional autumn or winter staple in many East Asian cuisines, particularly in China and Japan, where fresh chestnuts are seasonal. The dish often includes simple ingredients like rice, chestnuts, and sometimes a touch of oil or seasoning.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is primarily a carbohydrate-rich food, providing energy from both rice and chestnuts, with a moderate amount of dietary fiber from the nuts. A typical serving offers key nutrients like B vitamins, manganese, and potassium, and generally ranges from 250 to 350 calories depending on the recipe.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	210 kcal
Protein	4.5 g
Carbs	40 g
Fat	3.5 g
Fiber	3 g
Sugar	2 g
Sodium	150 mg
Potassium	300 mg
Phosphorus	95 mg
Magnesium	45 mg
Iron	1.5 mg
Manganese	1.2 mg
Vitamin B6	0.2 mg
Folate	40 µg
Vitamin C	8 mg

Per 1 cup (200 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it's a seasonal celebration dish, often prepared during festivals or family gatherings to mark the harvest. Nutritionally, chestnuts are unique among nuts for being low in fat and high in complex carbs, making this a more energy-dense yet heartier alternative to plain rice.