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Ube (Purple Yam) Jam or Ube Halaya

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Ube jam or ube halaya is a Filipino dessert that is used in so many ways, ube is really versatile when it comes to dessert. Ube can be spread to your toast, add filling to your sweet bread like Ensaymada recipe , filling for Buchi or eat on its own or with cheese topping or with latik (fried coconut cream). Ube or purple yam is one of my favorite desserts you will be encountering more of ube in my coming recipes. I can only get my hands-on fresh yam during the dry season when markets are on. If I cannot get the fresh yam I normally buy frozen at our nearest Asian store. The dehydrated ube is the best alternative too. Purple yam or Ube is loaded with vitamins, minerals and antioxidants here are 7 benefits of Purple Yam or Ube . Ube is available to the following: Fresh ube - wash the ube get rid of dirt from the skin and steam for 30-45 minutes until soft. Let cool before peeling the skin, then mashed or grate the ube set aside. Frozen ube are available to your nearest Asian shop defro

Healthy Cauliflower Fried Rice

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Healthy cauliflower fried rice is a great recipe, very quick and easy to make. A real healthy meal can be matched to any dish. Alternative to rice and it's a lot healthier. This is very simple and delicious and the whole family will enjoy and budget-friendly meal. Some health benefits of cauliflower in our diet Cauliflower is a cruciferous vegetable that is low in calories but high in nutrients, making it an excellent addition to a healthy diet. Here are some potential health benefits of consuming cauliflower: Nutrient-rich: Cauliflower is an excellent source of vitamin C, vitamin K, folate, and dietary fiber. It also contains smaller amounts of other vitamins and minerals. May reduce the risk of certain cancers: Some studies suggest that consuming cruciferous vegetables like cauliflower may reduce the risk of certain cancers. May improve heart health: Cauliflower is a good source of antioxidants, which can help reduce inflammation and may lower the risk of heart disease. May aid d