My neighbors gave me some wonderfully ripe guavas fresh from their tree. I love the taste of guava, but I hate the multitude of seeds. I know that some people eat the seeds, but I find them unpleasantly hard. These guavas were so fragrant that I even tried eating one, but the seeds distracted from the deliciousness. So I decided to strain the seeds out and make a jam. Good decision. How do I subtly hint to my neighbors that I need more guavas?
Guessipe
- 1/2 lb guavas, cut into small pieces
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 TBSP lemon juice
- pinch of salt
Place guavas in a pot, add water to cover the bottom of the pot. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the guavas are mushy and the liquid is gone (about 10 minutes).
Mash the guava through a fine mesh strainer to remove the seeds.
Cook and stir the guava pulp with the sugar, lemon juice, and salt over medium heat until it thickens (about 8 minutes).
Allow to cool for about 10 minutes, then put in a jar, and store in the refrigerator.
