9 delicious guava recipes from around the world
A traditional Colombian sweet made from guava paste and sugar, often served with cheese. It has a firm, jelly-like texture and a rich, sweet guava flavor.
A refreshing and fragrant pink guava juice, naturally sweet and a beloved Venezuelan classic.
A classic Colombian jelly roll cake, known as 'Brazo de Reina' or Queen's Arm, featuring a light sponge cake filled with sweet guava paste and rolled to perfection. This dessert is a beloved treat for celebrations and everyday enjoyment.
Flaky puff pastry pockets filled with a sweet and tangy combination of guava paste and cream cheese, often finished with a light glaze or powdered sugar.
Bolo de Rolo is a traditional Brazilian dessert, often considered the state cake of Pernambuco. It features incredibly thin layers of sponge cake rolled around a sweet guava paste filling. The process is meticulous, resulting in a beautiful spiral cake that's a delight to behold and eat.
A classic Brazilian dessert or snack, Romeu e Julieta is a delightful pairing of mild, fresh white cheese (Queijo Minas Fresco) and sweet, firm guava paste (Goiabada). The name, meaning 'Romeo and Juliet,' alludes to the perfect, albeit unlikely, union of these two distinct flavors.
A classic vanilla sponge cake layered and filled with sweet guava paste, a beloved combination in Puerto Rican baking.
Tender chicken pieces braised in a sweet and tangy guava sauce, infused with ginger and garlic, creating a unique tropical flavor profile.
Tender, slow-smoked pork ribs coated in a sweet and tangy guava barbecue sauce, a unique Bahamian twist on a classic.
