PURPLE YAM JAM

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This is a Filipino recipe. It's called halayang ube in the Philippines. It's a sweet treat made from purple yam which is commonly found in the country. You can eat this with bread or by itself.

Provided by Jasmin Monteclar

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Canning and Preserving Recipes     Jams and Jellies Recipes

Time 1h55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pound purple yam root, unpeeled
¼ cup butter
1 (10 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
½ (12 fluid ounce) can evaporated milk

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook yam in the boiling water until tender, about 30 minutes. Drain and cool until easily handled. Peel and thinly grate the flesh.
  • Melt butter in a wok over medium heat. Stir in condensed milk and vanilla extract. Add grated purple yam. Reduce heat to low and cook, stirring constantly, until mixture is sticky but not dry, about 30 minutes. Pour in evaporated milk; cook and stir for 15 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • Transfer yam mixture to a container and cool to room temperature, about 30 minutes. Chill before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 262.2 calories, Carbohydrate 37.3 g, Cholesterol 34 mg, Fat 10.7 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 5.3 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 115.5 mg, Sugar 21.7 g

Edyta Wiecha
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's definitely worth it. The jam is so flavorful and delicious.


ItsDassyB
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I had some trouble finding purple yams, but it was worth the effort. This jam is amazing!


Bllingham Assubaba
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This jam is a little too sweet for my taste, but it's still very good.


Aisosa Oghagbon
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I'm not a huge fan of purple yams, but this jam is surprisingly delicious. I'll definitely be making it again.


Jani Madni
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I love the unique flavor of this jam. It's so different from anything I've ever had before.


Lkrandi Lakmali
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This jam is the perfect addition to my breakfast toast.


Kigaxy Steven
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. This jam is incredible.


Horuf Miah
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This recipe is a must-try! The jam is absolutely delicious.


Husnain G
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This jam is amazing! I can't get enough of it.


Gail Laverty
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I love this jam! It's so unique and delicious.


Tokyoo Tokyo
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This is the best purple yam jam I've ever had. It's so flavorful and the texture is perfect.


Israel Blessing
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I followed the recipe exactly and the jam turned out perfectly. It's the perfect balance of sweet and tart.


Zubair Ibrahim
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This jam is so easy to make and it tastes amazing. I love the combination of the sweet yams and the tart lemon juice.


Nwabueze 042sog
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I'm not usually a fan of purple yams, but this jam changed my mind. It's so smooth and creamy, and the flavor is incredible.


riyad hoshen
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This recipe is a keeper! The jam turned out so beautifully and the taste is out of this world. Thank you for sharing!


Maimuna Amis
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This jam is absolutely delicious! I love the unique flavor of the purple yams. It's the perfect addition to my morning toast.


Levente Ilyó Kovács
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I loved this purple yam jam! It was so easy to make and it tasted amazing. I added a little bit of extra cinnamon and nutmeg, and it was perfect.