Anna Paul’s Viral Turkish Pasta Recipe
This viral Turkish pasta recipe combines creamy garlic Greek yogurt, spiced ground beef, and smoky paprika butter for a comforting and flavorful dish topped with fresh cherry tomatoes, feta, and parsley.
- Author: Natali
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 17 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Turkish
- Diet: Halal
For the Garlic Yogurt
- 2 cups Greek yogurt
- 4 garlic cloves (grated)
- Juice from ½ lemon
- Salt (to taste)
For the Spiced Beef
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 yellow onion (diced)
- 1 tsp sweet paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp cumin
- 3 tbsp tomato paste
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
For the Paprika Butter
- ¼ cup butter
- 1 tsp sweet paprika
For Assembly and Toppings
- Cherry tomatoes (halved)
- Fresh parsley (chopped)
- Feta cheese (crumbled)
- 12 oz Cooked pasta (like fusilli or penne)
- Prepare the Garlic Yogurt: In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated garlic, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt. Mix well and set aside.
- Cook the Spiced Beef: Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until soft.
- Toast the Spices: Stir in paprika, garlic powder, and cumin. Cook for another 2 minutes to toast the spices.
- Brown the Beef: Add the ground beef and cook until browned, about 10 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, and tomato paste. Stir well and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Make the Paprika Butter: In a small saucepan, melt butter over low heat. Add the sweet paprika and stir until it starts to bubble gently. Remove from heat.
- Assemble the Dish: Add the cooked pasta to a serving dish or individual plates.
- Add the Yogurt and Beef: Top with the garlic Greek yogurt, followed by the spiced beef.
- Drizzle the Butter: Drizzle the paprika butter over everything.
- Add the Toppings: Finish with halved cherry tomatoes, crumbled feta cheese, and a sprinkle of fresh parsley.
- Serve and Enjoy: Dig in while it’s warm for the ultimate cozy meal.
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