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Ground Beef Spaghetti

Savory Ground Beef Spaghetti in 30 Minutes: A Flavorful Twist

This Ground Beef Spaghetti brings a delightful Asian twist, marrying flavors quickly for a delicious dinner.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian Fusion
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Spaghetti
  • 8 oz Spaghetti Use udon, ramen, or rice noodles if desired.
For the Meat
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Substitute with ground turkey, chicken, or tofu if preferred.
For the Sauce
  • 4 cloves Garlic, minced Always opt for fresh garlic for the best taste.
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Ginger, grated Use freshly grated ginger for maximum flavor.
  • 3 tbsp Soy Sauce Stick with light soy sauce.
  • 1.5 tbsp Chili Oil Adjust to taste; substitute with sesame oil for milder flavor.
  • 1 tbsp Brown Sugar Coconut sugar can be an alternative.
  • 1 tbsp Rice Vinegar Can use white vinegar in a pinch.
  • 1 tsp Sesame Oil Add at the end of cooking for best effect.
For Garnishing
  • 2 stalks Green Onions, chopped Highly recommended for garnish.
  • 1 tsp Sesame Seeds Optional.
Other
  • Salt Essential for seasoning the pasta water.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • large skillet or wok

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Asian-Style Ground Beef Spaghetti
  1. Boil the Spaghetti: Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil, add salt, and cook spaghetti until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Reserve 1/4 cup cooking water, drain, and set aside.
  2. Brown the Ground Beef: In a skillet, heat 1 tbsp oil over medium-high heat. Add ground beef, breaking it apart as it cooks until no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Sauté Aromatics: Lower the heat, add garlic and ginger, sauté for 1 minute until fragrant and garlic is golden.
  4. Create the Sauce: Stir in soy sauce, chili oil, brown sugar, and rice vinegar. Let simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  5. Combine with Spaghetti: Add reserved spaghetti to the skillet, tossing well to coat. Use reserved pasta water if needed to adjust sauce consistency.
  6. Final Touches: Drizzle sesame oil, add green onions and sesame seeds, then serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 380mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days in the fridge or freeze for up to 2 months.

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