Brazilian recipe
Guava Puree (Purê de goiaba)
This guava puree is a traditional Brazilian recipe, prized for its authentic flavor and simple preparation.
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Ingredients
3 cups guava pulp, peeled
3/4 cup honey
1 cup water
Lemon juice to taste
3/4 cup honey
1 cup water
Lemon juice to taste
Where to find ingredients
Find fresh guavas at local fruit markets or specialty greengrocers. Honey and lemons are available at any supermarket or grocery store.
Preparation method
- Place the guava pulp, honey, and water in a large saucepan.
- Place over medium-high heat and bring to a boil.
- Reduce the heat intensity to maintain a gentle simmer for 10 minutes.
- Stir the contents occasionally and remove the foam that forms on top using a spoon.
- Transfer the cooked mixture to a blender.
- Pulse on low speed just to process the pulp without crushing the hard seeds.
- Pass the puree through a fine-mesh sieve placed over a bowl.
- Use a wooden spoon to press the mixture and extract all the liquid, retaining the seeds and excess pulp in the sieve.
- Discard the seeds and fiber left in the sieve.
- Finish by stirring the lemon juice into the strained puree.
Observations
A simple recipe that transforms fresh fruit pulp into a silky and versatile puree, ideal for pairing with desserts or various dishes.
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