Guava Basil Butter
0.5 cup Guava Reàl
Makes 1 pint
1/4 cup white wine
1/3 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons finely chopped shallot
1 oz fresh basil including stems
1/4 teaspoon salt
Grated zest of 1 lemon
1 teaspoon black peppercorns
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1 teaspoon water
1/2 cup Guava Reàl
2 sticks (1 cup) unsalted butter, cut into pieces
Juice of 1 lemon
Bring wine, cream, shallots, basil, salt, zest, and peppercorns to a boil. Cook to reduce by half.
Mix cornstarch with water and add to mixture along with Guava Reàl. Reduce heat and simmer for 1 minute. Whisk in butter one piece at a time; whisk in lemon juice.
Serve with fish, chicken, or scallops.
Guava Reàl brings Island time to your cocktails year-round. Loaded with tropical, bright flavors, this exotic South African fruit elevates any cocktail with its sweet flavor complemented by its vibrant aroma. Add this indulgent syrup to your favorite recipe to create a juicy, mouth-watering cocktail, mocktail, or punch – the options are limitless.
