What is chia ube pudding?
It is a variation on classic chia seed pudding, with ube added: a purple sweet potato from the Philippines with a slightly sweet, vanilla-like flavour.
When in contact with liquid, chia seeds swell and naturally transform into a smooth, almost creamy texture. Ube brings its beautiful colour as well as antioxidants. The result: a recipe that looks as good on the plate as it is good for you.
Chia ube pudding recipe
Ingredients
- 1 glass of coconut milk
- 4 to 5 teaspoons of chia seeds
- 3 teaspoons of ube powder or purée
Method
1/ Pour the coconut milk into a glass or bowl, then add the chia seeds, mixing straight away to avoid lumps.
2/ Add the ube and mix well until you achieve a smooth texture; this step ensures the flavours are evenly distributed.
3/ Place in the fridge for 30 minutes, stirring halfway through so that the seeds are evenly distributed and begin to swell.
4/ After 4 hours, the pudding is ready to enjoy. For an even creamier texture, leave it to rest overnight.
All that remains is to create your bowl to suit your tastes: fresh fruit, fruit coulis, nuts or granola.
The benefits of chia ube pudding
Each ingredient in this recipe makes its own nutritional contribution.
Chia seeds are a good source of fibre, omega-3 and protein. They aid digestion and keep you full for longer, perfect for lasting until the next meal without snacking.
Coconut milk gives this characteristic creamy texture and a touch of exoticism, while providing fatty acids that deliver readily available energy.
As for ube, its antioxidant content makes it an ally against oxidative stress, with a natural sweetness that avoids adding too much sugar.
A winning trio for an everyday wellbeing routine.
Tips for guaranteed recipe success
The recipe is simple, but a few key steps make all the difference.
Follow the liquid-to-seed ratio: too much chia makes the texture too thick; too little and the pudding will not set.
Mix well from the start, then again after 30 minutes, to prevent the seeds from clumping together.
Choose good-quality ube powder: it really makes a difference to the flavour.
Above all, take your time: chilling is the step that creates the pudding’s texture.