Forktionary

Guava

Psidium guajava Fruit

Guava Fruit

At a Glance

  • Category Fruit

The Forktionary Angle

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

Definition

A tropical fruit with a sweet, musky flavor, often described as a cross between a strawberry and a pear, rich in vitamin C.

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)

Flavor Profile

The primary flavor notes for Guava are:

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

Chef’s Secret

For a silky-smooth guava puree or sauce, pass the pulp through a fine-mesh sieve after blending to remove the tiny, hard seeds.

Best Substitutes

Papaya

similar texture, milder flavor
Ratio 1:1

Lychee

floral sweetness
Ratio 1:1

Buying Guide

Choose guavas that are fragrant and slightly soft to the touch. Skin color varies by ripeness and variety.

Culinary Pairings

Lime coconut mango passion fruit chili cream cheese pork rum

Recipes Using Guava

Bahamian Guava Duff image
Tropical Fruit Course Served Hot Tropical Fruit

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.

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