Turkish Pasta Recipe
This is how to make a delicious Turkish pasta recipe with rich flavors!
Equipment
- Large pot (for boiling pasta)
- Pan or skillet (for making the sauce)
- Mixing bowl (for yogurt sauce)
- Wooden spoon (for stirring)
- Garlic press (optional, for mincing garlic)
- Tongs or pasta spoon (for mixing pasta and sauce)
Ingredients
For the Pasta:
- 250 g pasta eriste, penne, or spaghetti
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes Pul Biber
- Salt & pepper to taste
- ½ cup reserved pasta water
For the Yogurt Sauce:
- 1 cup Greek or Turkish yogurt
- 1 clove garlic minced
- Pinch of salt
For Garnishing:
- 1 tablespoon melted butter
- Extra red pepper flakes
- Fresh parsley or mint chopped
Instructions
Cook the Pasta:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Cook pasta until al dente, then drain, reserving ½ cup pasta water.
Prepare the Sauce:
- Heat butter and olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1-2 minutes.
- Add a splash of pasta water to loosen the sauce.
- Toss in cooked pasta, mixing well to coat evenly.
Make the Yogurt Sauce:
- In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt with minced garlic and salt.
Garnish & Serve:
- Serve pasta with a dollop of garlic yogurt on top.
- Drizzle melted butter mixed with red pepper flakes.
- Sprinkle with fresh parsley or mint for extra flavor.