Guava Jelly

A classic sweet preserve made with guava juice, sugar, and a touch of lemon — perfect for spreading on toast or serving with desserts.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 kg guavas
• 6 cups water
• 1/2 tsp citric acid
• Sugar (3 cups per pint of juice)

Method

1. Wash and cut the guavas into thin slices, then cook with water until very soft.
2. Transfer the mixture into a coarse cloth and let the juice drip into a bowl for 12 hours.
3. Do not squeeze the bag; reserve the pulp for making guava cheese.
4. Measure the juice and add 3 cups of sugar for each pint of juice.
5. Heat the sugar and guava juice together, stirring until dissolved.
6. Strain the juice, add citric acid (or lemon juice), and cook on high heat until setting point is reached.
7. Cool slightly and pour into airtight jars.