Guava Jelly Recipe 🍬🍐

Overview:

This delightful Guava Jelly, passed down through generations, is a treat for your taste buds. Perfect for spreading on toast or biscuits, this recipe is both simple and versatile. What’s more, it’s healthy too, making it an ideal choice for a guilt-free indulgence. With its flexible measurements, you can adjust the quantity to suit your needs, whether you’re making a small batch for a cozy breakfast or a larger one for gifting to friends and family. Let’s dive into the details and create this mouthwatering jelly together!

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Yield: 2 medium-sized jars

Ingredients:

• 12 ripe guavas 🍐
• 5 cups water 💧
• Sugar 🍚 (quantity varies based on the amount of liquid extracted)
• Lime juice 🍋 or lemon juice 🍋 (1 tablespoon for every cup of liquid)

Instructions:

1. Prepare Guavas:

   • Start by dicing the guavas into one-inch cubes, ensuring they are ripe and flavorful.

2. Cook Guavas:

   • Place the diced guavas in a large saucepan and cover them with just enough water to immerse them completely.
   • Cover the saucepan and cook the guavas over medium heat until they become very tender, which usually takes about half an hour.

3. Extract Liquid:

   • Allow the cooked guavas to cool slightly.
   • Take a large bowl and cover it with a muslin cloth.
   • Carefully transfer the cooked guavas onto the cloth, ensuring you catch all the liquid that drips through into the bowl.
   • Gather the ends of the cloth and tie a knot, creating a ‘bag’.
   • Hang the bag for approximately four hours to collect all the drippings into the bowl.
   • Gently squeeze out any remaining juice from the cloth, ensuring you extract all the flavorful liquid.
   • Discard the pulp, as it’s no longer needed for the jelly-making process.

4. Measure and Sweeten:

   • Measure the extracted liquid carefully to determine the amount of sugar needed.
   • For every cup of liquid, add an equal amount of sugar and one tablespoon of lime or lemon juice.
   • For example, if you have four cups of liquid, add four cups of sugar and four tablespoons of lime/lemon juice to the mixture.

5. Cook and Thicken:

   • Return the mixture to the saucepan and bring it to a boil over medium heat.
   • Once it reaches a boil, reduce the heat and simmer, stirring constantly to prevent boiling over.
   • Continue cooking until the liquid thickens and coats the back of a spoon. You’ll notice it dripping from the spoon in jointed drops, indicating it’s ready.

6. Cool and Store:

   • Allow the jelly to cool for about half an hour, allowing it to set slightly.
   • While still warm, carefully pour the jelly into sterilized jars, ensuring they are tightly sealed to preserve freshness.
   • Let the jars cool completely before storing them in the refrigerator.

7. Enjoy:

   • Your homemade Guava Jelly is now ready to enjoy! Spread it generously on toast, biscuits, or even use it as a topping for desserts. Share the goodness with your loved ones and savor the taste of this timeless recipe.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 224.4
• Fat: 3.1g
• Saturated Fat: 0.9g
• Cholesterol: 0mg
• Sodium: 24.4mg
• Carbohydrates: 47.3g
• Fiber: 17.8g
• Sugar: 29.4g
• Protein: 8.4g

Recipe Notes:

• Ensure the guavas are ripe for the best flavor and sweetness.
• Adjust the sugar quantity based on your preference for sweetness.
• Sterilize jars before filling them with the jelly to prolong its shelf life.
• Experiment with adding spices like cinnamon or ginger for a unique flavor twist.
• Store the jars in a cool, dark place for optimal preservation.
• Get creative with serving ideas, such as pairing the jelly with cheese or incorporating it into sauces and marinades.