Guava Jelly is a traditional Caribbean recipe for a classic clear jam (jelly) made from ripe guava. The full recipe is presented here and I hope you enjoy this classic Caribbean version of: Guava Jelly.
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Ingredients:
1kg firm, ripe guava
2l water
200g sugar per 250ml guava juice
freshly-squeezed juice of 2 limes
grated zest of 2 limes
Method:
Wash the guava thoroughly, remove the stem then halve the fruit before placing in a large pan. Cover with the water then bring to a boil, cover and boil gently for 30 minutes. After this time use a spoon to pulp the fruit then strain through a large sieve.
Pour the juice into a measuring jug and for every 250ml of liquid add 200g sugar. Add the lime zest and lime juice then return the mixture to the heat and bring to a vigorous boil. Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until small bubbles begin to appear on the surface of the liquid. Measure for the setting point by placing a plate in the fridge. Spoon a little of the jelly onto the plate and when it forms a skin as you push it with your finger or the back of a spoon the gelling point has been reached.
When ready allow the jelly to cool then pour into clean, sterilized jars that have been warmed in a cool oven. Seal, label and store until needed.
