Halayang Ube

INGREDIENTS :

1 kilo ube yam root

1 can (14 ounces) evaporated milk

2 cans (12 ounces) condensed milk

1/2 cup butter or margarine

1/2 teaspoon of vanilla (optional)


COOKING INSTRUCTIONS :

> On a pot, boil the unpeeled ube yam in water and simmer for 30 minutes. Drain and let cool.
> Peel and finely grate the ube yam.
> Heat a big wok in medium heat.
> Melt butter or margarine, add the condensed milk and vanilla flavoring. Mix well.
> Add the 1 kilo grated ube yam,
> Adjust the heat to low
> Keep on mixing the ingredients for about 30 minutes or until sticky and a bit dry (but still moist).
> Add the evaporated milk and continue to mix for another 15 minutes.
> Let cool and place on a large platter.
> Refrigerate before serving the halayang ube.

source : Filipino Food Recipe / Flicker