Irresistibly Easy Anna Paul Viral Turkish Pasta Delight
Discover the joy of Anna Paul Viral Turkish Pasta—a creamy, garlicky delight that’s taken social media by storm.
Equipment
- large skillet
- Saucepan
- Mixing bowl
Ingredients
For the Pasta
- 8 ounces Pasta Penne or fusilli recommended
For the Meat Sauce
- 1 pound Ground Beef or Lamb or plant-based meat substitute
- 1 medium Onion chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste
- 1 teaspoon Paprika (sweet)
- 1/4 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes optional, adjust for spice
For the Yogurt Sauce
- 1 cup Greek Yogurt full-fat recommended
- 1/2 medium Lemon Juice freshly squeezed
For the Paprika Butter
- 3 tablespoons Butter unsalted
Instructions
Directions
- Boil pasta according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
- In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt with minced garlic, lemon juice, and salt. Let rest.
- Sauté chopped onion over medium heat until translucent, then add minced garlic and ground meat. Cook until browned, 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in tomato paste, paprika, salt, and pepper; cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Melt butter in a small saucepan over low heat and stir in paprika and red pepper flakes.
- Layer cooked pasta, yogurt sauce, meat mixture, and drizzle with paprika butter. Serve warm.
Notes
Optional to garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or mint for extra flavor.