Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup ube halaya (purple yam jam)
- 1 can (14 oz) condensed milk
- 1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk
- 8 egg yolks
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup water
Special equipment needed:
- Steamer
- 9-inch round baking dish
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a mixing bowl, combine ube halaya, condensed milk, and evaporated milk. Mix well until smooth.
2. In another mixing bowl, whisk egg yolks and vanilla extract until well combined.
3. Add the ube mixture to the egg yolk mixture. Mix well until fully incorporated.
4. In a saucepan, combine sugar and water. Cook over medium heat until the sugar dissolves and turns into caramel.
5. Pour the caramel into a 9-inch round baking dish. Swirl the dish to coat the bottom evenly.
6. Pour the ube mixture into the baking dish.
7. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil.
8. Steam the flan for 45-50 minutes or until set.
9. Remove the flan from the steamer and let it cool to room temperature.
10. Once cooled, refrigerate the flan for at least 2 hours or overnight.
11. To serve, run a knife around the edges of the flan to loosen it. Invert the flan onto a serving plate.
- Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 45-50 minutes
Temperature:
- Steamer: Medium heat
Serving size:
- 8 servings
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 320
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Protein: 9g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Ube halaya can be substituted with mashed purple yam or ube powder.
- Evaporated milk can be substituted with whole milk.
Variations:
- Instead of using a round baking dish, use individual ramekins for a more elegant presentation.
- Add macapuno (coconut sport) to the mixture for added texture and flavor.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to whisk the egg yolks and vanilla extract well to avoid lumps in the mixture.
- To prevent the flan from cracking, make sure to cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil.
- Use a toothpick to check if the flan is done. If the toothpick comes out clean, the flan is ready.
Storage instructions:
- Store the flan in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- To reheat the flan, place it in the microwave for 10-15 seconds or until warm.
Presentation ideas:
- Garnish the flan with whipped cream and fresh fruits.
- Dust the top of the flan with powdered sugar for a simple yet elegant presentation.
Pairings:
- Serve the ube leche flan with a cup of hot coffee or tea.
Suggested side dishes:
- Fresh fruits such as strawberries or mangoes.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the flan is too runny, steam it for a few more minutes until set.
- If the flan is too firm, reduce the cooking time by a few minutes.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to use fresh eggs and pasteurized milk to avoid foodborne illnesses.
Food history:
- Leche flan is a popular dessert in the Philippines. It is a custard dessert made with egg yolks, condensed milk, and caramelized sugar.
Flavor profiles:
- Ube leche flan has a sweet and creamy flavor with a hint of purple yam.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve the ube leche flan as a dessert after a Filipino-inspired meal.
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Region: Filipino
Taste: Creamy, Sweet, Vanilla, Coconutty, Caramelized