Caigua de aguaí is a traditional dessert from Guarani cuisine made from the fruit of waterí, soaked in syrup. Although waterí can be eaten raw, this variation is preferred by many.
Caigua de aguaí is a dessert originating from Guarani cuisine made from the waterí fruit, soaked in syrup.
Although the fruit can also be eaten raw when fully ripe, this variation is preferred by many.
Homemade Caigua de Aguaí
Ingredients
1 kilogram of Waterí
800 grams of Sugar
½ liter of Water
2 tablespoons of Vanilla
2 tablespoons of Lemon juice
Preparation
Step 1 : Waterís are carefully washed and brought to a boil until nearly tender.
Step 2 : After draining and rinsing with cold water, remove the seeds from the fruit.
Step 3 : Next, prepare a syrup by heating a saucepan with water and sugar, then add vanilla to form the syrup.
Step 4 : Add the waterí and lemon juice to the syrup, and cook the mixture for an hour and a half.
Step 5 : Finally, let it cool and serve in dessert cups.
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