Smooth Fragrant Guava Paste (Printable)

A smooth, fragrant paste crafted from ripe guavas. Perfect for pastries, desserts, or pairing with cheese and charcuterie.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Fruit

01 - 2.2 lbs ripe guavas

→ Sweetener

02 - 2 1/4 cups granulated sugar

→ Acid

03 - 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice

→ Liquid

04 - 1/2 cup water

# How To Make:

01 - Wash the guavas thoroughly, trim both ends, and cut into quarters. Remove seeds if you prefer an exceptionally smooth paste.
02 - Combine guava quarters and water in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat, cover, and simmer for 15–20 minutes until fruit becomes tender.
03 - Remove from heat and pass the cooked guavas through a food mill or fine mesh strainer. Discard seeds and skins, collecting only the smooth pulp.
04 - Measure the puree and return it to the pot. Add sugar and lemon juice, maintaining a 1:1 ratio of puree to sugar.
05 - Cook over low heat, stirring continuously to prevent scorching, for 40–50 minutes. The mixture is ready when it thickens considerably, turns glossy, and pulls away from the pan sides.
06 - Pour the thickened paste into a parchment-lined loaf pan or baking dish. Smooth the surface evenly and allow to cool at room temperature for 2–3 hours until firm.
07 - Unmold the set paste and slice into portions as desired. Serve alongside cheese and crackers or use as a pastry filling.

# Top Tips:

01 -
  • Makes your kitchen smell like a tropical orchard while it cooks
  • Transforms ordinary cheese and crackers into something restaurant-worthy
  • Keeps for months in the fridge, so you always have something impressive on hand
02 -
  • The stirring phase cannot be skipped or rushed, or the paste will burn and taste bitter
  • You know it is done when a spoonful holds its shape on a cold plate
03 -
  • Line your loaf pan with overhanging parchment paper like a sling for easy removal
  • If your paste seems too thick, stir in a tablespoon of water while it is still warm
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