Pudim português

Ingredientes

• 5 large eggs
• 500 ml (about 2 cups) milk
• Zest of one lemon
• 100 grams (1/2 cup) granulated sugar
• 200 grams (about 1 cup) granulated sugar to caramelize

Modo de preparo

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 180ºC (350ºF).

2. 2

   Pour 200 grams (about 1 cup) sugar in a pudding mold (18 x 10 centimeters (7 x 4 inches)). Place the pudding mold on the stove over low heat until caramelize the sugar (go turning the pudding mold until stays completely caramelized).

3. 3

   Using an electric mixer, beat on medium speed the eggs, sugar and the lemon zest until obtain a homogeneous mixture. Pour the milk and mix about 2 to 3 minutes until it's nicely incorporated.

4. 4

   Pour the mixture into the pudding mold and bake for about 30 minutes until golden (the time depends on the oven).

5. 5

   Remove the flan from the oven and allow to cool completely inside the pudding mold.

6. 6

   Place a serving plate over the pudding and flip.