Water Chestnuts
How to store

Water Chestnuts

Also known as: fresh water chestnuts, Chinese water chestnuts
Root Vegetables
Best Method recommended method with best effort-to-efficacy tradeoff 1-2 weeks

Refrigerated in Water

  1. Store whole water chestnuts submerged in cold water in refrigerator
  2. Change water every couple of days
  3. Keep in sealed container
  4. Peel when ready to use
Alternative another good method that's just different 5-7 days

Wrapped and Refrigerated

  1. Wrap in damp paper towel
  2. Place in plastic bag or container
  3. Refrigerate
Cut/Prepared storage method for produce that has been cut open (shorter duration, different handling) 1-2 days

Peeled or Cut Water Chestnuts

  1. Store peeled or cut pieces submerged in water to prevent browning
  2. Refrigerate and use soon

Revival Tips

Trim dried or discolored areas; the rest is fine for stir-fries or salads.

Fun Facts

  • Fresh water chestnuts are corms from an aquatic plant; they stay crisp when stored in water and are common in Asian stir-fries.