Ubi Powder
Purple yam powder is made from tubers of Dioscorea alata L. It is locally known as “ubi”. The preparation process for purple yam powder includes a proper selection of deep purple color “ubi” tuber. The tuber is then washed, steamed, peeled, grated, dried, pulverized, and packaged.
The ubi tuber and its processed products contain a high level of starch, making it a rich source of calories in the diet. The product is highly regarded for its appealing color and antioxidant properties due to its anthocyanin content. It is a very popular food ingredient in bakery and confectionary products among others.
Potential Collaborative Areas:
- Improvement of label and packaging material
- Commercialization and marketing strategies
| Market & Beneficiaries | processors, producers |
|---|---|
| Status | for commercialization, ready to be introduced to the market |
| College | College of Agriculture and Food Science |
| Unit | Institute of Food Science and Technology |
| Developers | Dr. Leoncio C. Raymundo, Mr. Rommel M. Jaen, Ms. Marife T. Ombico, Ms. Teodora M. De Villa |
