¿Qué es 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."
¿A qué sabe 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)
Información Nutricional
Per 90g (1 medium fruit)El Secreto del Chef
To reduce grittiness, pass guava pulp through a fine-mesh sieve after blending, especially for smooth sauces or beverages.
Sustitutos y Proporciones de Guava
El mejor sustituto para Guava es Pear, usado en una proporción de 1:1. Similar gritty texture and subtle sweetness; good for fresh eating or jams.
| Sustituto | Proporción | Mejor para |
|---|---|---|
| Pear Mejor | 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. |
Cómo Elegir y Almacenar Guava
- Choose guavas that are soft to the touch and emit a sweet fragrance.
- Avoid hard or bruised fruit.
¿Con Qué Combina Bien Guava?
- Lime
- Coconut
- Chili
- Ginger
- Cream cheese
- Pork
- Chicken
- Seafood.
Preguntas frecuentes
¿A qué sabe Guava?
Sweet, musky, floral, tropical, with notes of strawberry, pear, and sometimes pineapple. Floral|Fruity|Tropical
¿Cuál es un buen sustituto para Guava?
El mejor sustituto es Pear (1:1). Similar gritty texture and subtle sweetness; good for fresh eating or jams.
¿Cómo eliges y almacenas Guava?
Choose guavas that are soft to the touch and emit a sweet fragrance. Avoid hard or bruised fruit.
