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Foods related to Hinamatsuri

March 3rd is Hinamatsuri!
Foods associated with Hinamatsuri include a variety of things such as Hina Arare and Hishimochi.

-Typical foods and their origins-

• Chirashizushi (Sushi with Sushi Rolls) <br>The colorful ingredients scattered on top of the rice look like peach blossoms or spring scenery, making it the perfect dish for Hinamatsuri. It is also often served on special occasions such as celebrations and festivals, and is loved as an essential food for Hinamatsuri.
• Clam Soup <br>Clam shells come in pairs, and it is said that no other clam shells will fit together. This is meant to convey the hope that the child will grow up to be "able to find a happy relationship with their partner."
• Shirojiru and Amazake <br>Since ancient times, it has been a custom to drink "Toukashu", Japanese sake with peach blossoms floating in it, on Hinamatsuri to ward off evil spirits. It is said that Shirojiru came to be used in Toukashu as it would bring out the beautiful colors of the peach blossoms. As Shirojiru is an alcoholic beverage, minors cannot drink it. For children, we recommend drinking "Amazake", which does not contain alcohol, instead.

"Vegetable Temari Sushi" for small children

I made "Vegetable Temari Sushi" for small children who can't eat sashimi yet.

Recommended for children in the middle to late stages of weaning.
Depending on how your child is progressing with weaning, please adjust the hardness and size of the vegetables to suit your child.

The materials used are here

・Stewed vegetable stock・Cucumber・Carrot・Egg・Seaweed・Roasted sesame seeds・Rice・Flower-shaped cutters

How to make it

-Cut and prepare the vegetables-
Prepare two types of cucumbers and carrots.
1. Cut into thin slices. 2. Peel into sheets using a peeler.

-Boil in broth until it is easy to eat-
Please adjust according to your child's progress with weaning food.

--Create the shape--
(Cucumber)
Cut one of the slices into the shape of a female chick's fan (carrot).
Sliced ​​into rings: 1 sheet cut into a flower shape using a mold: The remainder of the cut into thin strings: Like the scepter of the male doll. Finely chopped, for decoration.

- Fry the eggs -
Make shredded egg

- I'll prepare dinner. -
Mix in the roasted sesame seeds in the amount your child will be eating.

-Create a shape-
Once you've plated it, it's done!

-Recommended soup stock for this recipe-

For adults, make vinegared rice and decorate it with sashimi and prosciutto for a colorful Hinamatsuri.
Why not try making one for your children or grandchildren?

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Wishing your children healthy growth and a wonderful Doll's Festival.
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