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ripe guavas

🥗Healthier: fresh apples

💰Cheaper: canned guava

Canned guava is often more accessible and budget-friendly.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds sweetness with a different flavor profile.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil provides a dairy-free option.

Wash and peel the guavas, then chop them into pieces.

Boil the guava pieces in ⅓ cup water until soft, about 10-15 minutes.

Drain the guavas and mash them into a smooth puree.

In a heavy-bottomed pan, combine the guava puree, sugar, and lemon juice.

Cook the mixture over low heat, stirring frequently, until it thickens, about 20-30 minutes.

Add ghee and stir well to combine.

Continue cooking until the mixture pulls away from the sides of the pan, about 5-10 minutes more.

Grease a flat tray with ghee and pour the mixture into it, spreading evenly.

Let it cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until set, at least 4 hours.

Once set, cut into squares or desired shapes and serve.

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