Fruit round or pear-shaped measuring
between 3-10 cm in diameter (up to 12 cm in selected crops). It has a thin
delicate rind, pale green to yellow in the mature stage. The flesh is creamy
and can be beige or pink and has a large number of hard seeds.
The frozen guava pulp is 100% natural, no
preservatives or chemicals and has the taste, smell and color of the fruit
characteristic.
HEALTH
BENEFITS
- Fruit rich in vitamin C.
- Reduces the risk of diabetes and improves the digestive system. Guava is rich
in fiber.
- Improving the eye health because it has Vitamin A.
- The guava contain a mineral known as folate that helps promote fertility in
humans.
- Regulates the levels of blood pressure.
- Guava is rich in manganese, which helps the body absorb other essential
nutrients from the food we eat.
- It also serves as a nerve relaxant. It helps relax muscles and nerves.
- Has vitamin E, essential to maintain radiant skin. It also contains
antioxidants that help rejuvenate the skin.
APPLICATIONS
The guava can be eaten in many ways and it
can be prepared various dishes such as juices, dressings, cocktails, jams,
sweets, desserts, sauces and more.
RECIPES
1.
Guava Mousse
Ingredients:
1 package of guava pulp
1 tablespoon sugar
1 pinch of salt
¼ liter of warm water.
¼ can of condensed milk
1 tablespoon unflavored gelatin
Directions:
Place the
package of guava pulp and sugar, pinch of salt and ¼ quart of warm water that
is put into the fire for about 10 minutes in a pot.
This mash is
mixed with condensed milk and dissolved gelatin flavor. Mix well.
Pour into a
gelatin mold and takes the refrigerator until set. It can be served with
chopped soft white cheese or cream cheese.
2.
SWEET GUAVA
Ingredients:
1 package frozen guava pulp
Sugar in the
same amount of pulp package
water
Indicaciones:
Put in a bowl: guava
pulp and sugar, cover with water; put on the fire and boil over high heat for a
moment; and then simmered.
We must be very careful because it has the peculiarity that when boiling jumps
in drops that can cause burns on arms and face.
This sweet cooking more or less for 2 hours at low heat until thickened.
For more consistency, it simmer a little longer.
Then remove from heat and place into containers, until cool.
This is served on dessert plates with cheese, bread or simply teaspoons.
3.
GUAVA FLAN
Ingredients:
1 1/2 cups sugar
1 tablespoon water
1 can evaporated milk
1 can of condensed milk
1/2 cup heavy cream
4 eggs
1 2/3 frozen guava pulp
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions:
Preheat oven to 350 ° F.
In the mold where it will
bake the pudding, place the sugar and water and cook over high heat until the
sugar begins to brown. Reduce heat to medium and once the sugar has
caramelized, carefully tilt the mold and make the caramel covers the sides.
Reserve.
In blender, blend the
remaining ingredients until well blended and frothy.
Put this mixture into the
pan with the caramel.
Put the mold in a much
larger pan and add water halfway.
Bake on center rack for
45-50 minutes until the custard is well-cured and a toothpick inserted in the
middle comes out clean.
Allow to cool for 20-30
minutes and turn on a serving platter. Refrigerate at least one hour before
serving.