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Manti-inspired Turkish Pasta


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  • Author: james-carter
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Description

A delightful one-pot dish where savory minced meat meets pasta and yogurt, perfect for busy weeknights.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (100g) short pasta (macaroni, bowtie, penne, or your preferred shape)
  • 250 g minced beef (or lamb)
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp curry powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup (240g) Greek yogurt
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 3 tbsp (42g) butter (or olive oil)
  • 1/2 cup (75g) cherry tomatoes, chopped
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped

Instructions

  1. Make the Garlic Yoghurt Sauce: Mix yogurt with minced garlic and a pinch of salt, and let it sit for at least 10 minutes.
  2. Prepare the Spiced Beef Topping: Heat a skillet over medium heat, add minced meat, and cook until browned. Add onions, paprika, curry powder, and salt, then sauté until aromatic.
  3. Cook the Pasta: Boil salted water and cook the pasta until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  4. Make the Paprika Butter: Melt butter in a saucepan over low heat, stir in paprika until aromatic.
  5. Assemble: Layer pasta, yogurt sauce, and spiced beef in bowls. Drizzle with paprika butter, then top with cherry tomatoes and herbs. Serve warm.

Notes

For extra flavor, let the yogurt sit longer and customize spices to taste.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Turkish

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg