Description
Anna Paul’s Turkish Pasta is a vibrant dish that beautifully melds traditional Turkish flavors with comforting pasta. Each bite offers a delightful combination of aromatic spices, savory meat, and fresh ingredients, resulting in a rich sauce that clings to perfectly cooked pasta. Ideal for family gatherings or dinner parties, this recipe promises to impress with its stunning presentation and irresistible taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (penne or spaghetti)
- 1 lb ground lamb or beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 14 oz diced tomatoes (canned)
- 2 tsp cumin
- 2 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground meat until fully cooked. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Add the diced onion; sauté until translucent. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in the diced tomatoes, cumin, and paprika; mix well and let simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the sauce in the skillet, tossing gently until evenly coated.
- Serve garnished with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Turkish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg