Children's Day Koinobori Fish Biscoits Recipes and curiosities

On this page you will learn the recipe and some information about the Japanese dish Children's Day Koinobori Fish Biscoits Also known as "Kodomo no Hi" Koi no Bori Bisuketto.

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- About
- Origin
- Information
- Ingredients
- Preparation
- Related

All about "Kodomo no Hi" Koi no Bori Bisuketto

Koinobori fish-shaped cookies are a delicious Japanese snack that is popularly consumed during Children's Day. Made with simple ingredients, these cookies are a fun way to celebrate this special date.

Koinobori cookies are made with wheat flour, sugar, butter and eggs. The mass is molded in the form of fish and baked until it becomes crisp and golden. In addition, the cookies are decorated with colored ice to mimic the vibrant colors of the Koinobori fish that are used as a symbol of Children's Day in Japan.

The taste of these cookies is soft and slightly sweetened, making them perfect for the taste of children.In addition, they are a great option to be served at children's parties and events, as they are fun and tasty at the same time.

In addition to being a delicious snack, Koinobori cookies also have an important symbolic meaning. Koinobori fish are a symbol of strength and courage, and are hung on flags during Children's Day to represent parents' wishes for their children to grow strong and healthy.

Koinobori cookies are an example of how Japanese cuisine is rich in traditions and symbolism. This delicacies not only enchant for its taste, but also for its history and cultural significance.

Therefore, if you are looking for a fun and tasty snack option to celebrate Children's Day, Koinobori cookies are the perfect choice. Certainly, they will delight both the taste and the eyes of the little ones and bring a bit of Japanese culture to your celebration.

Origin and history of Dia da Criança Koinobori Fish Biscoits

The origin of Koinobori fish-shaped cookies dates back to Japan, where they are traditionally made on Children's Day. This tradition is believed to have started in the Edo period (1603-1868), when families began hanging carpa-shaped flags in their homes to celebrate and wish health and prosperity to their children. Over time, these flags were replaced by fish-shaped cookies, which are made with flour, sugar, eggs and natural dyes. Today, Koinobori are an important symbol of Japanese culture and are appreciated by children and adults around the world.

About the recipe

• Name of the plate: Children's Day Koinobori Fish Biscoits
• Name of the dish in English: Children's Day Koinobori fish shaped biscuits
• Name of the plate in Japanese: 「こどもの日」 鯉のぼりビスケット
• Name of the Romanian dish: "Kodomo no Hi" Koi no Bori Bisuketto

Information about preparation

• Time to prepare: 25 minutes
• Time of Cooking: 15 minutes
• Difficulty: SIMPLE
• It suits: 3-6 people
• Occasions:

Ingredients – Ingredients

Check out the necessary and optional ingredients Children's Day Koinobori Fish BiscoitsIt makes sense to improvise

• 230g of wheat flour
• 100g of butter without salt
• 80g of refined sugar
• 1 egg
• 150g of chocolate biscuits
• 50g of melted white chocolate
• 1 tablespoon of vanilla essence
• Food gel coloring in red, blue and yellow colors

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Recipes - How to Prepare

Now that you know the ingredients to make the recipe Children's Day Koinobori Fish Biscoits. Follow the instructions below in the preparation mode or step by step.

Koinobori Fish Cake for Children's Day

Instructions:

• Soften the butter: Leave the butter at room temperature until it becomes soft.
• Mix the ingredients: In a bowl, mix 100g of soft butter and 80g of sugar. Add 1 egg and mix well.
• Make the pasta: Peneire 230g of flour in the bowl and mix until forming a ball of pasta.
• Refrigerate the paste: Wrap the paste in plastic film and leave in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
• Preheat the oven: Heat the oven to 170C.
• Open the bulk: Remove the bulk from the refrigerator and open it on a 2-3 mm thick peeled surface.
• Cut the cookies: Use fish-shaped cookies cutters to make the cookies. Make half in larger size (about 8cmx3.5cm) and half in smaller size (about 6cmx3.5cm).
• Stir the cookies: Put the cookies in a baker coated with butter paper and sausage for 12 to 15 minutes.
• Let it cool down: When the cookies are golden, remove them from the oven and let them cool down in a staircase.
• Decorate the cookies: When the cookies are cold, decorate with colorful bakery pens or bakery sugar to create sweet koi fish.

Tip: In Japanese tradition, each member of the family is represented by a koi fish in a Koinobori band. Use different sizes of cookies to represent each member of your family.

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