Description
Turkish Pasta is a comforting dish that beautifully combines rich ground beef, aromatic spices, and creamy yogurt. This unique recipe offers a delightful spin on traditional pasta dishes, making it perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners. The harmony of textures and flavors ensures that it will please everyone at the table. With easy-to-follow steps and simple ingredients, youβll have this flavor-packed meal ready in no time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (85/15 blend)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ΒΌ cup shallot (minced)
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 15 oz tomato puree
- 2 cups Greek yogurt
- 1 lb pasta
- Spices: cumin, coriander, paprika, Aleppo pepper
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large sautΓ© pan over medium-high heat. Add ground beef in chunks and cook until browned. Break apart once crust forms.
- Add minced shallot to the pan; sautΓ© until translucent. Stir in tomato paste and spices, cooking briefly to enhance flavor.
- Pour in tomato puree and season with salt. Lower heat and let meat sauce simmer.
- Boil water in a large pot for pasta; cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt with minced garlic, lemon juice, zest, and salt.
- Drain pasta, reserving some cooking water. Combine pasta with meat sauce and a splash of reserved water if needed.
- Serve layers of pasta topped with yogurt mixture and garnish with parsley.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: SautΓ©ing/Boiling
- Cuisine: Turkish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 360g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize by adding vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for extra nutrition. Pair with crusty bread or a side salad for a complete meal.