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Ube Halaya

Purple yam jam - vibrant, sweet, and quintessentially Filipino.

Mediumโฑ๏ธ 1 hr 5 mins๐Ÿฝ๏ธ 12

๐Ÿฅ„ Ingredients

  • 1 kg ube (purple yam), boiled and mashed
  • 1 can (370ml) evaporated milk
  • 1 can (390g) condensed milk
  • ยฝ cup coconut milk
  • ยฝ cup butter
  • ยฝ cup sugar (adjust to taste)
  • 1 tsp ube extract (optional, for color)
  • Latik (coconut curds) for topping

๐Ÿ“ Instructions

  1. 1

    Boil ube until very soft, peel and mash thoroughly (or use food processor).

  2. 2

    In large pan, combine mashed ube with all milks.

  3. 3

    Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly.

  4. 4

    Add butter and sugar, continue stirring.

  5. 5

    Add ube extract if using.

  6. 6

    Cook until very thick and pulling away from sides (30-40 mins).

  7. 7

    Pour into greased mold, smooth top.

  8. 8

    Cool, then refrigerate to set.

  9. 9

    Top with latik before serving.

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tips

  • โœ“The longer you cook, the thicker and better the texture
  • โœ“Arm workout required - constant stirring is non-negotiable!
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Prep Time
20 mins
๐Ÿ”ฅ
Cook Time
45 mins
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Total Time
1 hr 5 mins

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