Purple Yam Cream

Purple yam, also known as Ube, is a popular ingredient in Filipino desserts and is known for its vibrant purple color.

This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 40 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 6.

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Purple Yam Cream

Cooking Method: Blending, Boiling Cuisine: Asian, Filipino Courses: Anytime, Dessert, Snack Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 10 min Cook Time 30 min Total Time 40 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 800

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 500 gram Purple Yam
• 2 cup Coconut Milk
• 4 tablespoon Sugar
• 2 tablespoon Cornstarch
• 1 cup Water
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract

Instructions

1. Peel and cut the purple yam into small cubes.
2. In a pot, boil the purple yam until tender.
3. Drain and let it cool.
4. In a blender, blend the cooked purple yam with coconut milk until smooth.
5. In a separate bowl, dissolve cornstarch in water.
6. In a saucepan, combine the blended purple yam mixture, sugar, and cornstarch mixture.
7. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens.
8. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
9. Transfer the purple yam cream into serving bowls or cups.
10. Let it cool in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
11. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 200kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5g8%

Total Carbohydrate 35g12%

Sugars 15g

Protein 3g6%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.