Jazzy BWB Tart

Instructions

To make the first layer of tart

• 1)

  To make the first layer of tart

• 2)

  Cook the black rice in 4 cups of water over medium fire until it’s soft and sticky; this will take about 40 minutes.

• 3)

  While the rice is cooking, make the caramelized ginger. In a double-boiler (bain-marie), add 1/2 cup maple syrup ( or honey) to simmer, then add slices of ginger and raisins and cook for a few minutes to allow the flavors to mingle with the syrup.

• 4)

  Once the rice is cooked, add the coconut milk, caramelized ginger, raisins, and rice syrup, then stir until all is mixed well and forms a thick consistency.

• 5)

  Next, on a ring tray lay parchment paper or vegetable paper, cut it out to size to fit the ring, and spread it into the ring tray. The next step is to spread the black rice evenly over the base of the ring tray and allow it to cool down and set.

Lemon mix

• 1)

  In a small bowl, mix rice syrup (for non-vegans like honey) and add freshly squeezed lemon juice. The mixture will give an extra distinctive tangy taste to the layers of the tart. Pour this over the black rice and spread it evenly. Place in the fridge to chill till set firm.

2nd layer

• 1)

  In a medium pot, add gram flour, regular water, and a pinch of salt, and mix until there are no lumps. Place the pot over medium heat and stir continuously until it is thick but still pourable. Pour this over the cooled and set black rice layer and spread evenly.

• 2)

  Return the tray to the fridge to chill till set firm.

3rd layer

• 1)

  In the next pot, add 1\4 cup regular water and add the carob powder. With a whisk, mix carob powder into the water until it’s all smooth, ensuring there are no carbo lumps. Add coconut milk, and maple syrup, and allow the mixture to simmer over a very low fire.

• 2)

  Meanwhile, add ½ cup water and bring to boil in another pot, and add agar-agar. Keep stirring until the mixture is smooth and clear. Next, add the agar-agar liquid to the simmering carob liquid and stir well until it all gets thoroughly mixed.

• 3)

  Pour the mixture over the gram flour in the ring tray and allow it to cool and get firm.

• 4)

  Once the top layer cools and is already firm, you can decorate the top with coconut or chocolate chips or leave it simple and plain. You can be creative with your topping and enjoy this delicious 3-layered tart.