Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Turkish pasta, where tender noodles meet a rich tomato sauce and aromatic spices for a delightful culinary experience.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Pasta:
- 2 cups pasta (spaghetti, penne, or whole wheat)
For the Sauce:
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 4 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For Garnish:
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- 1. Prepare Your Ingredients
- Gather all ingredients. Chop vegetables into bite-sized pieces and mince the garlic.
- 2. Cook the Pasta
- In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve about half a cup of pasta water before draining.
- 3. Sauté the Vegetables
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté chopped onion and bell pepper until softened (about 5-7 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- 4. Create the Sauce
- Stir in tomato paste along with paprika, cumin, and black pepper. Mix well and add half of the reserved pasta water to create a smooth sauce.
- 5. Combine Pasta and Sauce
- Add drained pasta to skillet with vegetables and sauce. Toss everything together until well-coated. If needed, add more reserved pasta water gradually until desired consistency is reached.
- 6. Serve with Flair
- Plate the pasta and garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color. Enjoy hot!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Turkish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg