The fruit of Trapa natans and Trapa bicornis, Old World water plants bearing edible nutlike fruits armed with several hard and sharp points; also, the plant itself; -- called also water caltrop.
Aquatic, walnut size tuber with fibrous brown peel and crunchy, sweet, ivory colored flesh. Available fresh or canned.
The edible tuber of a water plant from Southeast Asia. Fresh water chestnuts, available in Asian groceries, have a brownish-black outer covering and crisp, white, crunchy flesh. They are also available canned at most supermarkets.
a plant of the genus Trapa bearing spiny four-pronged edible nutlike fruits
Chinese sedge yielding edible bulb-shaped tubers
edible bulbous tuber of a Chinese marsh plant
an invasive aquatic plant of Asia origin
subtle but crunchy vegetable used for adding texture to dishes
The tuber of a water plant known as the Chinese sedge, which has a crisp, nutty texture. Found sometimes fresh in Asian markets, canned water chestnuts are readily available in most supermarkets.
The fruit of a water plant (genus Trapa) native to Southeast Asia; has a brownish-black skin, ivory to tan flesh, crisp texture and slightly sweet, nutty flavor; used in various Asian cuisines.
A crisp walnut-sized bulb with brownish-green skin.
The nut-like kernel of a water plant that grows in southeast Asia. The flesh is white, crisp, and juicy and has a bland, somewhat sweet nutty flavor. Their crunchy texture makes them popular in stir-fried dishes.
It's a walnut sized bulb with brown /green skin. Inside the flesh is white and crisp. Water chestnut flour too is used.