CUBAN STYLE GUAVA JAM

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Cuban's sure love their guava! Guava paste, jam or pastelitos where always a staple growing up. This recipe is a family favorite passed down a few generations. I hope you enjoy it as much as we do. My family loves this jam with cheese wedges or over cream cheese. I have also used it to make cheesecake and to flavor cakes and...

Provided by Jennie Pagano

Categories     Fruit Sauces

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 4

20 medium ripe guavas
3 c sugar
1 pinch salt
water as needed

Steps:

  • 1. Wash and remove stems off the guavas.
  • 2. Scoop out the centers of the guavas and put in a separate container.
  • 3. Cut the guava pulp with skin into quarters and place in a blender to puree. At this point add enough water to help the mixture liquefy.
  • 4. Strain the puree really well and discard the skin and pulp left behind.
  • 5. At this point you can get the seeds and strain those as well, this part will require a spatula or the back of a spoon to help you get the puree through the strainer.
  • 6. Combine both strained puree's with the sugar into a pot. Cook on high until it comes to a boil, stirring constantly as to avoid sticking or burning.
  • 7. Add the pinch of salt and Lower to medium heat. Continue to cook and stir occasionally for about 30 minutes.

Ramesh sanjyal
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This recipe is too complicated. I'm going to find a simpler one.


Raheem Javed
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I followed the recipe exactly but my jam never thickened.


The__Mask__Man
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my jam turned out too runny.


Soviet Kov
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This is the best guava jam I've ever tasted.


Larry Johnson
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. I'll be making this jam again and again.


umeri raja
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This jam is a great gift idea. I've given it to friends and family and they've all loved it.


Junaidu Yusuf
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I love the bright pink color of this jam. It's so cheerful.


Shirley Wood
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This jam is so versatile. I've used it on toast, pancakes, and even ice cream.


Riley Barr
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I've been looking for a good guava jam recipe and this one is perfect. Thank you!


Emmy Snell
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This jam is a great way to add a tropical flavor to your breakfast.


zahid Lateef
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I love the combination of guava and cream cheese in this recipe.


Demetria Smith Miller
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I used this jam to make a guava tart and it was amazing! The jam is the perfect filling.


Evaa Anstacia
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it's always a hit.


Sr Shurobe
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I'm not a big fan of guava, but I really enjoyed this jam. It's not too sweet and the guava flavor is subtle.


Sonia Seams
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This guava jam is the best I've ever had. It's so smooth and flavorful.


hawkswoopa
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the jam is always delicious.


Simz dee
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I followed the recipe exactly and the jam turned out perfectly. It's a great way to use up extra guavas.


adaeze ezinne
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This jam is so good! I made it for a party and everyone loved it.


Mr chefsly Ayomide
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I've never had guava jam before, but this recipe was easy to follow and the jam turned out great! I love the unique flavor.


Naila Nauman
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This guava jam is absolutely delicious! It's the perfect balance of sweet and tart, and the guava flavor is amazing. I used it on toast and it was perfect.