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Giron Powdered Purple Yam (Ube), 115g
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Our Verdict
A reliable, budget-friendly ube powder from a trusted Filipino brand, and a good one to keep in the pantry for halaya and baking. It's a small pack, so bulk bags make more sense for heavy use, but for occasional ube projects it's hard to beat on price.
What We Liked
- A long-standing Filipino brand made by Giron Foods in Parañaque City, and a familiar pantry staple for Filipino home cooks
- One of the cheapest ways to keep ube on hand, usually under $8 a pack at Filipino grocers
- Shelf-stable and easy to rehydrate, so you can make ube halaya, pandesal, crinkles, or cake when fresh or frozen ube isn't available
- Widely stocked at online Filipino grocers and on Amazon, including 3-pack and 6-pack bundles
Drawbacks
- The 115g pack is small, so frequent bakers will go through it quickly. Buy a multi-pack if you bake with ube often
- Online listings give few ingredient or preparation details, so check the package label before using it in dye-free or allergen-sensitive recipes
Key Features
- Net weight: 115g (4 oz)
- Dehydrated purple yam (ube), made in the Philippines
- Rehydrate for halaya, or use in breads, cakes, and drinks
- Also sold in 3-pack and 6-pack bundles