Ramadan Recipe: Turkish Pasta

Turkish Pasta for Ramadan is a delicious and hearty dish, perfect for the occasion. Imagine multiple layers starting with cooked pasta, topped with creamy garlicky yogurt, spiced beef, and finished off with the star of the dish—paprika butter. This flavorful and comforting meal is easy to make and sure to be a crowd-pleaser during Ramadan gatherings.

This recipe was crafted by our esteemed culinary advisor, Chef Sarah.

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Ingredients of Turkish Pasta
- 10 Minutes
- 5 Serving
- 400 Calories

Pasta

350 grams pasta, fusilli or penne

1 tbsp salt

1 tbsp oil

Yogurt Sauce

2 cups Greek yogurt

4 garlic cloves, grated

½ lemon, juiced

Salt to taste

Beef

500 grams ground beef

1 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

Garnish

Cherry tomatoes, halved

Fresh parsley, chopped

Feta cheese, crumbled

Method & Directions of Turkish Pasta
- 20 Minutes

Cook the Pasta
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First, boil water and add salt and oil. Then, cook the pasta until al dente.
Make the Garlic Yogurt
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While pasta is cooking, mix yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, and salt in a small bowl and set aside.
Cook the Beef
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Place a pan over medium heat, add oil and onions, and sauté for 3 minutes. Stir in paprika, garlic powder, and cumin, and cook for another 2 minutes. Now, add the ground beef and cook for 10 minutes until browned, then add tomato paste, salt, and pepper cooking for an additional 2 minutes.
Prepare the Paprika Butter
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Transfer the butter to a saucepan and place it over low heat. Add the sweet paprika, bring it to a gentle bubble, and then remove it from the heat.
Assemble Your Dish
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Transfer cooked pasta to a serving dish, topping it with garlic yogurt, spiced beef, and drizzle with paprika butter.
Garnish
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Now, garnish the dish with cherry tomatoes, crumbled feta cheese, and a sprinkle of fresh parsley and enjoy.