Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of Turkish pasta, a delightful dish that brings warmth and joy to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Pasta:
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne
For the Sauce:
- 1 lb lean ground beef or lamb
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 cup water (adjust for desired consistency)
For Serving:
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- Fresh parsley, chopped (to taste)
Instructions
- 1. Cook the Pasta:
- Boil a large pot of salted water. Add pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and reserve some pasta water.
- 2. Sauté the Aromatics:
- In a skillet over medium heat, drizzle olive oil. Add diced onions and sauté until golden brown. Then, add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- 3. Brown the Meat:
- Add ground beef or lamb to the skillet. Cook until browned all over, breaking it apart with a spatula.
- 4. Create the Sauce:
- Stir in tomato paste and add enough water to create a sauce-like consistency. Season generously with salt and pepper. Let it simmer gently for about 5 minutes.
- 5. Combine Everything:
- Add the drained pasta directly into the skillet with the meat mixture. Toss together well, adding reserved pasta water if needed for creaminess.
- 6. Serve It Up:
- Plate your Turkish pasta with a generous dollop of yogurt on top and sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Turkish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg