Bebinca (Layered Goan Dessert) Recipe
A traditional Goan layered dessert, bebinca is a staple for various celebrations.
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Instructions
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Preheat the broiler with a rack in the middle of the oven.
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Combine coconut milk and sugar in a bowl until dissolved; whisk egg yolks in a separate bowl until creamy.
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Mix the coconut milk mixture with the whisked eggs, then gradually add flour and combine until smooth and lump-free.
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Melt 1 tablespoon of ghee in a 6-inch deep baking pan in the preheated oven.
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Remove the pan, pour a 1/4-inch layer of batter, and broil until golden.
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Take the pan out, add another tablespoon of ghee, then pour a new 1/4-inch batter layer and broil until golden.
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Repeat the layering process, adding ghee between each 1/4-inch batter layer, until all batter is used, reserving ghee for the final top layer.
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Once baked, invert the bebinca onto a wire rack to cool.
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Transfer to a serving plate, garnish with almond slivers, slice, and serve at room temperature or cold.