Microwave coconut flan

Ingredients

• 1 can sweetened condensed milk (397 g)
• 1 can coconut milk (400 ml)
• 4 eggs
• 1/2 cup shredded coconut
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Liquid caramel (optional)

Step-by-step preparation

1. In a large bowl, mix the condensed milk, coconut milk, eggs, shredded coconut and vanilla extract. Whisk until well combined.
2. If you want to make the caramel, heat 1 cup of sugar in a saucepan over medium heat until it melts and turns golden. Carefully add 1/2 cup of hot water and stir well. Pour the caramel into a microwave-safe mold.
3. Pour the flan mixture over the caramel in the mold.
4. Cover the mold with plastic wrap and poke a few holes with a knife so steam can escape.
5. Cook the flan in the microwave on full power for about 10 minutes, until set. To check, insert a toothpick: if it comes out clean, the flan is done.
6. Let the flan cool in the mold for a few minutes before turning it out.
7. To unmold, run a knife around the edge of the mold and invert it onto a plate.
8. Serve the coconut flan cold, sprinkled with a little shredded coconut.