Description
A delightful Turkish pasta dish combining savory garlic, sweet bell peppers, and rich tomato sauce, perfect for a cozy meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 400g pasta (e.g., penne or fusilli)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 400g canned tomatoes, chopped
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until softened and fragrant.
- Stir in the diced bell pepper and continue to cook for another 2-3 minutes until it’s slightly tender.
- Add the chopped tomatoes and paprika to the skillet. Season generously with salt and pepper. Allow to simmer for about 10 minutes, letting the flavors meld together.
- Toss the cooked pasta into the skillet, mixing until the pasta is well coated with the sauce.
- Finish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley before serving hot.
Notes
Don’t overcook the pasta, as it will continue to cook when mixed with the sauce. Adjust the seasoning according to your taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Turkish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg