On January 6, the world will remember the day of the Three Kings, which is when they visit the Child Jesus days after his birth.
This date also marks the end of Christmas and is known as Epiphany since God makes himself known through his son. In several countries it is customary to give gifts on this day.
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The Rosca de Reyes is a tradition that has become popular in the country in recent years. This is a kind of sweet bread in the shape of a circle, which is customary to share with the family during the festival. The circular shape of the bagel represents for Christians the infinite circle of love for God, since it has neither beginning nor end.
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Several places begin to exhibit and sell it for this day at different prices. This will vary according to the size and ingredients.
How is the Rosca de Reyes prepared?
Ingredients
- a kilogram of flour
- 5 eggs
- 250 grams of sugar
- 10g of salt
- 250g butter
- 100g yeast
- 200 cubic centimeters of water
- 50 cc of orange blossom water
- 20 cc of rum, orange and lemon juice
Preparation
- Put all the ingredients, except the yeast, in a mixer.
- Pour the dough on a table and knead it, add the yeast and knead until you get a fine and elastic dough.
- Then divide it into portions of 500 grams and let it rest for 25 minutes.
- Knead again and shape it into a bagel (with a hole in the center).
- Place on previously greased flat trays and let rest for an hour or until tripled in volume.
- Take a brush and paint with beaten egg. Decorate with almonds, cherries, orange and sugar and place to bake for 25 minutes at 180 degrees. (F)
Source: Eluniverso
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