Guava Stew

May 25, 2023May 25, 20230 1

Creamy Guava Stew recipe perfect for a light dinner

by The Chefin Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1/2 kg guavas ( big ripe ones even a slightly over ripe but unfermented guavas will do )
	water
	4 1/4 cups milk , divided
	1 tablespoon cornflour ( or more if thicker custard reqd )
	12 teaspoons sugar
	1 teaspoon vanilla essence

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

260

Sugar

28g

Fat

Guava Stew is a traditional recipe from South India that is enjoyed for breakfast or dinner. It is a creamy and comforting dish that is made from ripe guavas, milk, and sugar. The guavas are boiled until they are soft enough to be mashed and then mixed with milk and sugar to create a creamy and sweet stew. The stew is thickened with cornflour and flavored with vanilla essence to give it a rich and fragrant aroma. Guava Stew is a unique dish that combines the sweetness of guavas with the creaminess of milk to create a delicious and nutritious meal that can be enjoyed by the whole family.

Instructions

1.	Peel and dice the guavas, discarding the seeds.
2.	Place the diced guavas in a pot and add enough water to cover them.
3.	Cook the guavas over medium heat until they are soft enough to be mashed.
4.	Use a potato masher or a fork to mash the guavas.
5.	Add 4 cups of milk and sugar to the pot and stir well over low heat.
6.	Mix the cornflour with the remaining 1/4 cup of milk and add it to the pot.
7.	Stir constantly over low heat until the stew thickens.
8.	Add vanilla essence and stir for another minute.
9.	Serve hot.

PROS

Guava Stew is a unique and delicious recipe that is easy to make.

It is a creamy and comforting dish that is perfect for a light dinner.

Guavas are rich in vitamin C, fiber, and antioxidants that help boost immunity and improve digestive health.

CONS

This recipe is high in sugar and calories due to the use of sugar and milk.

It may not be suitable for people on a low-sugar or low-fat diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Guavas are an excellent source of vitamin C, which helps boost immunity and protect against infections.
They are also high in fiber, which helps regulate digestion and maintain a healthy gut.
Guavas contain antioxidants that help protect against damage from free radicals and reduce the risk of chronic diseases like cancer and heart disease.