17 Ube Treats That Will Make All Your Violet Dreams Come True
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Move over, matcha. There’s a new trendy ingredient in town and its bright violet hue is totally stealing the spotlight.
Ube is a purple yam that looks like an unassuming potato on the outside, but a vibrant goddess on the inside. Like any other yam, it has a pleasant, subtle sweetness to it, which makes it the ideal addition to new and innovative dessert recipes. Plus, its natural color turns anything you make the prettiest shade of purple you’ve ever seen.
The tuber grows natively in many Asian countries, and its popularity in Filipino cuisine is what helped it reach every American foodie’s radar (and Instagram feed). Fresh ube is difficult to come by stateside, but it’s sold in powders and extracts as well to help turn your confections into works of art.
If you’re not ready to cook with it yourself just yet, take a moment to marvel at the 17 amazing ube treats below for inspiration.
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