Ube has a unique taste that sets it apart from other root vegetables. It is often described as having a sweet but mild taste, with subtle hints of vanilla, and a nutty undertone. … See more

Despite their similar appearance, ube, taro, and purple sweet potato are not the same thing. Ube's light, sweet, and vanilla-like flavor makes it a particularly popular ingredient i… See more

Ube is often confused with taro, another similar root vegetable, but the two are distinct. Taro is often used in savory dishes, while ube (though it can be cooked with savory spic… See more

While the ube has long been a staple in Filipino cuisine-used in cakes, puddings, flan, cheesecake, and more-it's only made its way into mainstream U.S. culture in the last few ye… See more