Description
Anna Paul’s Viral Turkish Pasta – creamy garlic Greek yogurt meets spiced ground beef, drizzled with paprika butter and topped with fresh tomatoes, feta, and parsley. This viral TikTok sensation has taken the internet by storm for good reason – it’s incredibly delicious, easy to make, and pure comfort food!
Ingredients
- Garlic Greek Yogurt Topping:
- 2 cups Greek yogurt
- 4 garlic cloves, grated
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- Salt to taste
- Spiced Beef:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 1 tsp sweet paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 3 tbsp tomato paste
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Paprika Butter:
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1 tsp sweet paprika
- Toppings:
- Cherry tomatoes, halved
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- Feta cheese, crumbled
- 12 oz cooked pasta (fusilli, penne, or choice)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix Greek yogurt, grated garlic, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt. Set aside.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and sauté diced onion for 2–3 minutes until soft.
- Add paprika, garlic powder, and cumin; cook 2 more minutes to toast the spices.
- Add ground beef, cook until browned (~10 minutes). Stir in tomato paste, season with salt and pepper, and simmer 2–3 minutes.
- In a small saucepan, melt butter over low heat and stir in sweet paprika until lightly bubbling. Remove from heat.
- Plate cooked pasta and top with garlic Greek yogurt, spiced beef, and drizzle paprika butter over the top.
- Garnish with halved cherry tomatoes, crumbled feta, and fresh parsley. Serve warm.
Notes
- Use full-fat Greek yogurt for the creamiest texture – it makes a difference!
- Don’t skip toasting the spices – it releases their oils and deepens the flavor.
- For a spicier version, add 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes or use hot paprika.
- Substitute ground lamb or a mix of beef and lamb for a traditional Turkish twist.
- For a healthier version, use ground turkey or chicken and low-fat yogurt.
- Serve with crusty bread to soak up any leftover sauce.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 4 days – keep components separate for best reheating.
- This recipe is easily doubled for serving a crowd.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish, Pasta
- Method: Sauté, Simmer
- Cuisine: Turkish