How to Enjoy Feijoas

Last Updated: August 10, 2022 References Approved

Feijoas are small, green fruits that are also known as the pineapple guava. They are not well known in many parts of the world but if you do have access to them, they are a delicious addition to your fruit intake. This article discusses some of the more popular ways that you can enjoy consuming feijoas.

Steps

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Eat them fresh from the tree. Simply pick them and eat them by cutting the fruit in half and scooping out the flesh with a small spoon.^{[1]
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Add feijoas to cereals for breakfast. Cut up the fruit and add them to your cereal bowl for a sweet taste. Delicious with granola and yoghurt.

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Use the pulp to add to muffins.^{[2]
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Make feijoas jam or jelly.^{[3]
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Use feijoas in alcoholic preparations, such as a feijoa cocktail or feijoa infused vodka.^{[4]
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Poach feijoas for dessert.^{[5]
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Add feijoa slices to fruit salad.
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Make a smoothie. Put the soft center part of several feijoas in a blender, add milk or soymilk, maybe some sour cream, and blend. You can add whatever you like, including ice-cream, cocoa powder, raspberries, banana. Be creative and enjoy!^{[6]
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Community Q&A

Question

Can I eat feijoa skin?

Community Answer

The skin is usually too sour to eat.
Question

How will I know when the fruit is ripe?

Community Answer

Ripe fruit will fall from the tree when you shake the branches. It should be firm, but have a slight give when you squeeze it, like a tennis ball.
Question

How big does the fruit get?

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A ripe feijoa is about the size of an egg. The size can vary; they are usually bigger than a strawberry but smaller than an apple.