Brazilian recipe
Guava Purée (Purê de goiaba)
A traditional Brazilian staple, this smooth guava purée captures the authentic essence of the fruit and is remarkably simple to prepare.
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Ingredients
3 cups guava pulp, peeled
¾ cup honey
1 cup water
Lemon juice to taste
¾ cup honey
1 cup water
Lemon juice to taste
Where to find ingredients
Find fresh guavas at local markets or produce stalls. If fresh fruit is unavailable, high-quality frozen pulp can be used as a substitute, though adjust the added water accordingly. Honey and lemons are readily available in the pantry aisles and produce sections of local grocers.
Preparation method
- Place the guava pulp, honey, and water in a large saucepan.
- Place the pan over medium-high heat and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Reduce the heat to low and allow it to simmer gently for 10 minutes.
- Stir occasionally and use a spoon to skim any foam that forms on the surface.
- Transfer the cooked mixture to a blender.
- Pulse on a low setting just enough to process the pulp without crushing the hard seeds.
- Pour the purée through a fine-mesh sieve positioned over a bowl.
- Use a wooden spoon to press the mixture through, extracting all the liquid while keeping the seeds and fibers in the sieve.
- Discard the seeds and pulp remaining in the sieve.
- Finish by stirring the fresh lemon juice into the strained purée.
Observations
This straightforward recipe transforms fresh guava pulp into a silky, versatile purée, perfect for elevating desserts or adding a tropical touch to a variety of dishes.
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