Step 1

In a clear, microwave-safe bowl, combine water and sugar. Stir well under sugar is completely dissolved.

Step 2

Microwave on high for about 4 to 5 minutes or until color changes to honey-gold. Immediately pour into the ramekins or llaneras.

Step 3

In a bowl, gently whisk eggs until there are no streaks of white.

Step 4

Add condensed milk and stir until combined. Add evaporated milk and stir until well-combined.

Step 5

Add lime zest and stir.

Step 6

Using a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth, strain mixture.

Step 7

Pour into prepared ramekins. Cover ramekins with foil and arrange in a wide, oven-safe dish with about 1-inch of water (water bath).

Step 8

Bake in a 375 F oven for about 40 to 50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the middle of custard comes out clean.

Step 9

Remove from oven, allow to cool and refrigerate to set. To serve, turn flan over on a serving plate, ending with caramel on top.