John Myers
Guavas belong to the myrtle family. They can grow round or pear-shaped and reach a size of about 5-10 cm in diameter. The edible blunt skin of the guava starts out green and turns yellow as it ripens. The flesh can be whitish to pink in color. The pulp contains numerous bright and edible seeds. The shell gives way even at the slightest finger pressure.
Origin
Thailand, Israel.
Use
Guavas are mostly eaten raw. Once the guava is fully ripe, it offers many uncomplicated and sophisticated pleasures. You can z. For example, halve and spoon out like a kiwi. It can be eaten with or without the skin. If necessary, simply peel and eat like an apple. Guavas are very suitable for compotes due to their high pectin content.
Storage
At room temperature, guavas keep for half a week, after which they ripen quickly. Ripe fruits should be eaten quickly. Guavas are also very sensitive to pressure and should best be stored next to each other.
