This delicious Purple Yam Jam, also known as Ube Jam, is a sweet, creamy spread made from purple yams. Perfect as a dessert topping or spread on bread.
Preparation time
20min
Cooking time
1h
Ingredients
8 Servings
- 50 g butter
- 400 ml coconut milk
- 400 ml condensed milk
- 500 g purple yam
- 100 g sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Directions
Step 1
Peel and grate the purple yams.
Step 2
In a large pot, combine the grated purple yams and coconut milk. Cook over medium heat, stirring continuously.
Step 3
Add the condensed milk, butter, sugar, and vanilla extract. Continue cooking and stirring until the mixture thickens and becomes smooth.
Step 4
Once the jam reaches the desired consistency, remove from heat and let it cool.
Step 5
Transfer the jam to sterilized jars for storage.