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Water Chestnut
"A treasure beneath the waters, bursting with flavor and nutrients"
Water Chestnut is a crunchy and sweet edible corm that has been a staple crop in Southeast Asia for centuries. It is known for its unique flavor and numerous health benefits.
Also known as
Chinese Water Chestnut, Water Chestnut aquatic vegetable
Botanical name
Eleocharis dulcis
Product Details
PLU Code
94814
5-digit code
Category
Vegetables
Water Chestnuts › All Sizes
Origin
Southeast Asia
Temperature
0 to 2°C (32 to 36°F)
Shelf Life
1-2 months
Status
Approved
About Water Chestnut
Eleocharis dulcis is a type of aquatic sedge native to tropical and subtropical Asia. The corms are harvested and processed to remove the outer skin. It is consumed in many countries and often added to a variety of dishes including stir-fries and salads.
Nutrition Information
Water chestnuts are low in calories and rich in nutrients. The nutrition facts for 100 grams of water chestnuts are as follows:
Low in calories 97
Rich in fiber content 1.6 grams
2.5 grams of protein
Low in fat 0.1 grams
Supply a moderate amount of carbohydrates 22 grams
Presence of vitamins like vitamin B6 and vitamin C
Rich in minerals like potassium and phosphorus and trace amounts of zinc iron copper manganese selenium silicon and thiamin
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for mature Chinese waterchestnut corms (Eleocharis dulcis), packed in moist sphagnum moss. Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
0 to 2°C (32 to 36°F)
Humidity
98-100%
Packaging
Keep in original packaging, avoid bruising and moisture loss
Shelf Life
1-2 months
Storage Notes: Decay becomes a problem when storage is warmer than recommended and in chill-injured immature corms, and water loss costs crispness, so keep corms cold and moist. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 592-594.
Applies to: mature Chinese waterchestnut corms (Eleocharis dulcis), packed in moist sphagnum moss.
Not verified by this source: packaging (retained from earlier enrichment).
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4-digit codes: Conventional produce
93000-94999: Organic form of an assigned 3000-4999 code
83000 series: Future conventional assignments
84000 series: Corresponding future organic assignments
Prefix 8: Has no standalone GMO significance
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