Ube is a starchy root vegetable native to the Philippines. It's used in recipes more often than eaten on its own, so you may not be aware of what it actually looks like. Growing up in the Philippines, ...
THE ONLY RULE when making ube halaya in my Filipino family: If you’re snagging a bite, you’d better stir. The bubbling, electric-purple jam must be mixed steadily for nearly an hour on the stovetop.