What Can I Cook With Guava?
20 delicious dish ideas to try with guava
Got guava in your kitchen? Here are quick and easy dishes you can make right now - from Indian classics to global favorites. No long recipes, just pure inspiration.
20 Dishes You Can Make With Guava
1Guava Juice
2Guava Jam
3Guava Smoothie
4Guava Chaat
5Guava Cheese
6Guava Jelly
7Guava Cake
8Guava Popsicles
9Guava Salad
10Guava Candy
11Guava Mousse
12Guava Milkshake
13Guava Pie
14Guava Compote
15Guava Ice Cream
16Guava Lassi
17Guava BBQ Sauce
18Guava Tart
19Guava Margarita
20Guava Curd
Common Mistakes When Cooking Guava
- ✕Don't refrigerate unripe guavas - ripen at room temperature first
- ✕Don't skip removing seeds for smooth jams and juices (or blend and strain)
- ✕Don't peel ripe guavas - the skin is edible and nutritious
- ✕Guava oxidizes quickly when cut - use lemon juice to prevent browning
- ✕Use ripe guavas for sweets and slightly unripe ones for chaat with salt and chili
How to Store Guava
Ripe guavas last 2-3 days at room temp. 4-5 days in the fridge.
Learn more about guava storageFrequently Asked Questions
What can I make with guava?
Guava juice, guava jam, guava chaat, guava smoothie, guava cheese, or guava ice cream.
Is guava healthy?
Yes, guava has 4x more vitamin C than oranges. It's also rich in fiber, vitamin A, and potassium.
What is the fastest dish to make with guava?
Guava chaat takes 3 minutes - slice guava, sprinkle with salt, chili powder, and chaat masala.
Can guava be frozen?
Yes, freeze guava puree or cubes for up to 8 months. Great for smoothies and jams.
What flavors go well with guava?
Chili, lime, salt, cream cheese, ginger, mint, coconut, and passion fruit complement guava beautifully.