Anna Paul’s Viral Turkish Pasta

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When a recipe goes viral, there’s usually a good reason behind it! Enter Anna Paul’s Viral Turkish Pasta recipe, a delicious take on Turkish food. This dish is quickly taking the internet by storm. Especially for anyone wanting an easy, tasty dinner. Trust me, you’ll want to add this ground beef pasta recipe to your rotation.

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A Ground Beef Pasta Recipe Like No Other

A tantalizing blend of bold spices, creamy textures, and a vibrant pop of freshness hits all the right notes. The perfect ground meat pasta dish!

Hearty and comforting, it feels fancy but not too complicated. With roots in Turkish food traditions, it combines classic flavors in a way that feels entirely fresh and exciting.

White bowl on counter with a ground beef pasta recipe- a delicious take on Turkish food.  There is a bowl of cherry tomatoes on the side as well as a butter dipping sauce in a large ramekin.

Why This Dish Works

Let’s break it down. The key to Anna Paul’s Viral Turkish Pasta is in its layers of flavor.

You have tasty, spiced ground beef, a bright and tangy yogurt sauce, and a smooth butter drizzle with paprika. The drizzle is what brings everything together.

But the real star of the show? The way this dish marries simplicity with elegance. Approachable enough for a weeknight dinner, it’s also impressive enough to serve to guests.

The rich spiced beef, creamy yogurt, and fresh cherry tomatoes with parsley feel like a restaurant dish. And the best part? You can pull it all together in under 30 minutes.

A ground beef pasta recipe- a delicious take on Turkish food, in a white bowl sitting on a counter with butter sauce on the side and garnishes.

Ground Beef Pasta Recipe with a Twist

Ground beef pasta is nothing new, but this recipe takes it to the next level. Jamaican curry powder, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder create a unique mix. This combination adds a warm, aromatic flavor to the meat that is truly addictive.

Cooking the beef in a large skillet with diced onions and fresh garlic makes it flavorful, juicy, and nicely caramelized. The key is to mince the beef with a spatula as it cooks—you don’t want large chunks here. The smaller crumbles absorb all those amazing spices, making each bite burst with flavor.

A Nod to Turkish Food

Turkish cuisine is all about balance, and this recipe captures that beautifully. The yogurt sauce is a game-changer. And the addition of lemon juice and garlic adds brightness and bite.

If you’ve never paired yogurt with pasta before, consider this your sign to give it a try. The tangy creaminess not only adds flavor, but also makes the dish feel lighter and more sophisticated.

Then there’s the butter sauce. Melted butter infused with paprika might seem like a small detail, but it’s a flavor bomb that takes this dish over the top. Just a drizzle adds richness and a smoky, slightly sweet undertone that complements the beef and yogurt perfectly.

Tips for Making Anna Paul’s Viral Turkish Pasta

  • Choose the right pasta: I chose chickpea pasta for its nutty flavor and high protein. But honestly, any pasta will work—just make sure you cook it al dente for the best texture.
  • Fresh is best: Don’t skimp on the fresh garlic, lemon zest, and parsley. These ingredients bring brightness and lift to the dish, balancing out the richness of the beef and butter.
  • Don’t skip the butter sauce: Even if you feel tempted to save time, trust me, stick with the buttery paprika sauce. It’s the finishing touch that makes this recipe irresistible.
  • Adjust the spice level: If you prefer more heat, add a pinch of chili or red pepper flakes to the beef mix or the butter sauce.
  • The perfect assembly: Layer the cooked pasta with the spiced ground beef, yogurt sauce and butter sauce for the perfect bite, every single time.

Serving and Storing

This pasta is best served fresh, with a sprinkle of cherry tomatoes and fresh parsley for garnish. But if you’ve got leftovers, don’t worry—it reheats beautifully. Just keep the yogurt sauce separate and mix it in after warming the pasta and beef.

Anna Paul’s Viral Turkish Pasta is a dish that will impress everyone. You can make it for your family, prepare it for the week, or serve it at a dinner party. Hearty, comforting, and packed with layers of flavor, this dish will keep you coming back for more.

White bowl on white counter filled with colourful tomatoes and ground beef. Fresh parsley is visible to the side.

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Recipe

White bowl on counter with a ground beef pasta recipe- a delicious take on Turkish food. There is a bowl of cherry tomatoes on the side as well as a butter dipping sauce in a large ramekin.

Anna Paul’s Viral Turkish Pasta

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients:  

  • 1 lb ground beef 
  • 1 tsp Jamaican curry powder
  • 1 tsp paprika 
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp pepper
  • 1 yellow onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 8 oz rigatoni pasta, or pasta of choice

Butter Sauce

  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tsp sweet paprika

Yogurt Sauce

  • 2 cups Greek yogurt, strained
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • juice of half a lemon
  • pinch of salt

Garnish

  • Sliced cherry tomatoes
  • Fresh parsley
  • Lemon zest

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Instructions: 

  • Sauté 1 lb ground beef in a pan over medium heat with 1 tsp each of curry powder, sweet paprika, and garlic powder and a couple of generous pinches of salt and pepper.
  • As the meat browns, mince it with a spatula to break down large pieces. Add 1 diced yellow onion and keep cooking until everything is brown and crispy.
  • Boil 8 oz pasta of choice in generously salted water. I used my Kaizen fusilli to keep it low-carb and high protein, but any pasta works.
  • To make the butter sauce, melt 2 tbsp butter in a pan, stir in 1 tsp sweet paprika, and mix. You won’t use this all—only about 1 tsp when plating up the dish.
  • To make the yogurt sauce, mix 2 cups strained Greek yogurt with 2 minced garlic cloves, juice of half a lemon, and a pinch of salt.
  • And finally, assemble it all. Layer a quarter of the pasta, yogurt sauce, beef, and butter sauce. Top with sliced cherry tomatoes and lots of finely chopped fresh parsley and lemon zest.

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