Purple Yam
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What it is
Purple yam, also known as ube, is a starchy root vegetable native to Southeast Asia. It has a vibrant purple flesh and a sweet, nutty flavor. The yam is typically boiled, baked, or fried before being used in sweet and savory dishes.
Why it's used
Purple yam is often used as a natural food coloring and flavoring agent, lending a distinct purple hue and subtly sweet taste to foods. It is commonly found in desserts like ice cream, cakes, pastries, and jams, as well as in savory dishes like stews and curries.
Health notes
Purple yam is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food ingredient. It is a good source of carbohydrates, fiber, and various vitamins and minerals. While generally considered healthy, like any food, excessive consumption should be avoided. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated similar root vegetables, but specific evaluations for purple yam as a distinct ingredient are not widely publicized.
Allergen info
Purple yam is not one of the nine FDA major allergens and does not contain gluten.
Products containing Purple Yam
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Ramar International Corp.
Boba Premium Tropical Ice Cream, Boba
High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving
High in added sugars — 36% DV per serving
236kcal
3.1Protein
13.4Fat
26.0Carbs
Ramar International Corp.
Ube Queso Sweet Purple Yam With Cheese Premium Tropical Icecream,, Ube Queso
High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving
High in added sugars — 22% DV per serving
237kcal
3.2Protein
12.9Fat
24.7Carbs
Lisa Produce
Coconut Hawaiian Li-Hing Miu Ice Pop
68kcal
0.8Protein
0.8Fat
0.0Carbs
Ramar International Corp.
Tropical Fruit & Beans Milk Bars, Tropical Fruit & Beans
168kcal
3.2Protein
6.3Fat
23.2Carbs