Sweet Purple Yam Pudding

Sweet Purple Yam Pudding

Ube, or purple yam, is a root crop that grows all over the country. It makes a colorful ingredient in a variety of desserts, such as ice cream, cakes and pastries. This pudding—made from purple yam powder that is readily available in groceries.

Ingredients:

3/4 cup (115 g) purple yam powder

1 1/2 cups (375 ml) milk

1/2 cup (100 g) sugar

1 egg, beaten

1 teaspoon unsalted butter

Serves 4 to 6 

Cooking time: 1 hour + 3 hours chilling time

Direction:

1. Place the yam powder and milk in a saucepan and mix thoroughly. Add the sugar, egg and butter and simmer over low heat for about 1 hour. Stir constantly using a wooden spoon until the mixture thickens and becomes elastic.
2. Place the mixture in lightly greased containers with lid and let cool to room temperature. Do not cover while still hot. When cooled, cover and chill in the refrigerator for about 3 hours. Serve chilled in individual bowls.