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Guava

Psidium guajava Allergen-Free
Guava

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Myrtaceae
  • Primary Cuisine Latin American|South Asian|Southeast Asian
  • Seasonality Year-Round (peak Late Summer-Autumn)
  • Source Guava fruit

Was ist Guava?

A tropical fruit with edible skin and seeds, known for its sweet, musky flavor and high vitamin C content.

"Guava is a tropical treasure, offering a burst of sweet-tart flavor and an astonishing nutritional profile that transcends its humble appearance."

Wie schmeckt Guava?

Sweet, musky, floral, tropical, with notes of strawberry, pear, and sometimes pineapple.

Taste
Sweet, Tangy, Musky
Texture
Gritty (from seeds), Soft, Juicy
Aroma
Floral, Fruity, Tropical
Acidity
Med

Technical Metrics

Seed Edibility

Edible (but can be hard)

Shelf Life Ripe

3-5 days at room temp/refrigerated

Vitamin C Content

Extremely high (4x an orange)

Nährwertangaben

Per 90g (1 medium fruit)
Calories68 kcal
Total Fat0.95 g
Saturated Fat0.28 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein2.55 g
Total Carbohydrate14.3 g
Dietary Fiber5.4 g
Total Sugars8.92 g
Calcium18 mg
Iron0.26 mg
Potassium417 mg

Geheimtipp des Chefs

To reduce grittiness, pass guava pulp through a fine-mesh sieve after blending, especially for smooth sauces or beverages.

Guava Ersatz & Verhältnisse

Der beste Ersatz für Guava ist Pear, verwendet im Verhältnis 1:1. Similar gritty texture and subtle sweetness; good for fresh eating or jams.

Ersatz für Guava mit Verhältnissen
Ersatz Verhältnis Am besten geeignet für
Pear Am besten 1:1 Similar gritty texture and subtle sweetness; good for fresh eating or jams.
Apple (firm varieties) 1:1 Offers crunch and mild sweetness, though less aromatic.
Feijoa 1:1 Tropical fruit with similar aromatic, tangy profile; good in desserts.
Passion Fruit 1:0.5 (pulp) For a more intense tropical tartness, especially in sauces or drinks.

Wie man Guava auswählt & lagert

  1. Choose guavas that are soft to the touch and emit a sweet fragrance.
  2. Avoid hard or bruised fruit.

Womit passt Guava gut zusammen?

  • Lime
  • Coconut
  • Chili
  • Ginger
  • Cream cheese
  • Pork
  • Chicken
  • Seafood.

Häufig gestellte Fragen

Wie schmeckt Guava?

Sweet, musky, floral, tropical, with notes of strawberry, pear, and sometimes pineapple. Floral|Fruity|Tropical

Was ist ein guter Ersatz für Guava?

Der beste Ersatz ist Pear (1:1). Similar gritty texture and subtle sweetness; good for fresh eating or jams.

Wie wählt und lagert man Guava?

Choose guavas that are soft to the touch and emit a sweet fragrance. Avoid hard or bruised fruit.

Rezepte mit Guava

Fruit Course Cuisine Presentation

Bahamian Guava Duff

Experience the taste of paradise with this authentic Bahamian Guava Duff recipe! Indulge in the sweet and tangy guava filling encased in a light and fluffy dough, then topped with a luscious vanilla sauce. This unbelievably delicious dessert is perfect for a special occasion or a taste of the Bahamas anytime.

Vollständiges Rezept ansehen

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