Colombian
Bocadillo (Colombian Guava Paste)
Bocadillo is a traditional Colombian dessert made from guava paste. It has a sweet, rich flavor and is often enjoyed on its own or with cheese for a delightful treat.
Total Time50 minutes
Servings12
Difficulty
easy
Cost
Medium
Nutrition (per serving)
0
Calories
1.5
Protein
30
Carbs
0.5
Fat
1
Fiber
0g
Sodium
Ingredients
- 2 cups guava pulp (fresh or canned)
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup water
- Optional: cheese for serving (like Queso Fresco or Cotija)
Instructions
- 1If using fresh guava, wash, cut, and remove seeds, then blend to a smooth puree. If using canned guava pulp, simply measure and set aside.
- 2In a medium saucepan, combine the guava pulp, sugar, lemon juice, salt, and water.
- 3Cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly until the sugar dissolves.
- 4Reduce the heat to low and continue to cook, stirring frequently, for about 30-40 minutes, or until the mixture thickens and pulls away from the sides of the pan.
- 5Pour the guava mixture into a greased or lined baking dish, smoothing the top with a spatula. Let it cool to room temperature and then refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set.
- 6Once set, cut into squares or rectangles and serve with cheese if desired.
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