Turkish Pasta Recipe
This Turkish pasta recipe is a quick and flavorful dish featuring tender pasta, seasoned ground beef, creamy garlic yogurt sauce, and a buttery spiced drizzle. Inspired by Turkish manti, it has all the delicious flavors in an easy, deconstructed version. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s the perfect comforting meal for any night of the week!
Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 8 ounces Pasta
- 1 pound Ground Beef 93% lean
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic minced
- 1 large Yellow onion chopped
- 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste
- 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon Aleppo pepper
- ½ teaspoon Cumin
- ¼ teaspoon Black pepper
- ½ cup Water
Yogurt Sauce Ingredients
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- ½ teaspoon Kosher salt
- 1 clove Garlic grated
Spiced butter sauce
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Aleppo pepper
- 1 teaspoon Dried mint
Topping
- Cherry tomatoes and chopped parsley
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium high heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add the ground beef and garlic. Cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon as it cooks.
- Mix in the tomato paste, salt, Aleppo pepper,cumin, and black pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing the spices to become fragrant.
- Pour in the ½ cup of water, stir to combine, and bring to a gentle simmer. Cover the skillet and let the sauce cook for about 15 to 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente or a bit more tender if you prefer. Once cooked, drain and toss the pasta with 1 tablespoon of olive oil to prevent sticking and set aside.
- In a medium bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, salt, and minced garlic. Stir until smooth and set aside.
- In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the olive oil, paprika, Aleppo pepper, anddried mint. Stir and cook for about 1 minute until aromatic. Remove from heat.
- Divide the pasta among serving bowls. Spoon the meat sauce over the pasta. Drizzle the garlicky yogurt sauce over the meat layer.Drizzle the spiced butter sauce over the top.Top with halved cherry tomatoes and chopped fresh parsley for a burst of color and freshness.
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Notes
- Choosing the Right Pasta: Opt for short pasta shapes as they hold the sauces well and provide a satisfying bite.
- Yogurt Consistency: If your Greek yogurt is too thick, you can thin it with a tablespoon or two of water to achieve a pourable consistency.
Nutrition
Calories: 468kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 65mg | Sodium: 703mg | Potassium: 460mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 573IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 77mg | Iron: 3mg