Sweet guava paste meets smoky spices in this tangy Caribbean-inspired sauce. Ideal for grilling, dipping, and marinating your favorite dishes.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Base
01 - 1 cup guava paste, chopped
02 - 1 cup water
03 - 1/3 cup apple cider vinegar
→ Aromatics
04 - 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
05 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
→ Spices & Flavor
07 - 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
08 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
09 - 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
10 - 1 teaspoon chili powder
11 - 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
12 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
13 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
14 - 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
→ Sweetness & Balance
15 - 2 tablespoons brown sugar
16 - 1 tablespoon molasses
17 - 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
→ Final Touch
18 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce
# How To Make:
01 - Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté for 3–4 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
02 - Add guava paste, water, and apple cider vinegar. Stir until guava paste begins to dissolve.
03 - Add smoked paprika, cumin, black pepper, chili powder, allspice, cinnamon, salt, and red pepper flakes. Stir well to incorporate.
04 - Add brown sugar, molasses, Dijon mustard, and soy sauce. Mix thoroughly until combined.
05 - Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring often. Reduce heat to low and cook uncovered for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened and glossy.
06 - Remove from heat. Let cool slightly, then blend the sauce with an immersion blender or transfer to a blender until smooth.
07 - Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Let cool completely. Store in a clean jar in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
