Print

Anna Paul’s Viral Turkish Pasta Recipe

Print Recipe

★★★★★

4.7 from 138 reviews

Anna Paul’s Viral Turkish Pasta Recipe is a flavorful and comforting dish that combines creamy garlic yogurt, spiced ground beef, and tender pasta, all topped with paprika butter, fresh cherry tomatoes, crumbled feta, and parsley. This quick and easy 20-minute recipe delivers complex Turkish-inspired flavors perfect for a cozy weeknight meal.

Ingredients

Scale

Garlic Yogurt Sauce

  • 2 cups Greek yogurt
  • 4 garlic cloves (grated)
  • Juice from ½ lemon
  • Salt (to taste)

Spiced Ground 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)

Paprika Butter

  • ¼ cup butter
  • 1 tsp sweet paprika

Toppings and Assembly

  • Cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • Fresh parsley (chopped)
  • Feta cheese (crumbled)
  • 12 oz cooked pasta (such as fusilli or penne)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Garlic Yogurt: In a small bowl, mix together Greek yogurt, grated garlic, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt until well combined. Set aside to let the flavors meld.
  2. Cook the Spiced Beef: Heat a skillet over medium heat and sauté the diced yellow onion for 2-3 minutes until softened. Add sweet paprika, garlic powder, and cumin, stirring and cooking for another 2 minutes to toast the spices. Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, about 10 minutes, breaking it up as it cooks. Stir in salt, pepper, and tomato paste, and let the mixture simmer for 2-3 minutes to deepen the flavors.
  3. Make the Paprika Butter: In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the butter. Once melted, stir in the sweet paprika and gently heat until the butter starts to bubble. Remove from heat to prevent burning.
  4. Assemble the Dish: Place the cooked pasta into a serving dish or individual plates. Spoon the prepared garlic yogurt sauce evenly over the pasta, then top with the spiced ground beef mixture. Drizzle the warm paprika butter evenly over the entire dish.
  5. Add the Toppings: Garnish with halved cherry tomatoes, crumbled feta cheese, and a sprinkle of fresh chopped parsley for freshness and vibrant color.
  6. Serve and Enjoy: Serve the dish immediately while warm to enjoy the rich and comforting flavors at their best. Dig in and savor this cozy Turkish-inspired pasta meal.

Notes

  • Use cooked pasta of your choice — fusilli or penne work well to hold the sauce.
  • Adjust garlic and lemon juice in the yogurt to your taste preference.
  • For a spicier kick, add a pinch of chili flakes with the spices.
  • Leftover paprika butter can be stored in the fridge and used for other dishes.
  • This dish can be served with a side salad or crusty bread for a fuller meal.

Keywords: Turkish pasta, garlic yogurt sauce, spiced ground beef, paprika butter, feta, cherry tomatoes, easy weeknight dinner, Anna Paul recipe

Find it online: https://reemcook.com/anna-pauls-viral-turkish-pasta-recipe/