Fried Beef and Pasta
Satisfy your cravings with this hearty and flavorful Fried Beef and Pasta recipe, a comforting dish that's perfect for busy weeknights or casual family dinners. Featuring tender ground beef sautéed to perfection, aromatic garlic and onion, and a rich tomato-based sauce infused with dried oregano, basil, and a hint of red chili flakes for optional heat, this recipe is a crowd-pleaser. Tossed with al dente pasta of your choice—spaghetti or penne—and finished with a sprinkle of freshly grated Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley, this dish is bursting with robust flavors in every bite. Ready in just 30 minutes, it's a delicious, one-pan meal that's simple to make while delivering restaurant-quality results. Whether you're looking for an easy pasta recipe or a way to elevate your dinner game, this savory combination of fried beef and pasta is sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams Pasta (spaghetti or penne)
- 450 grams Ground beef
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 pieces Garlic cloves
- 1 medium, finely diced Onion
- 400 grams Tomato sauce
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 1 teaspoon (or to taste) Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon (or to taste) Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Red chili flakes (optional)
- 50 grams (grated, for garnish) Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons (chopped, for garnish) Fresh parsley
- 4 liters (for boiling pasta) Water
- 1 tablespoon Salt (for pasta water)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add 1 tablespoon of salt. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta.
While the pasta cooks, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, breaking it into smaller chunks with a spatula, until it is browned and cooked through. Season with a pinch of salt and black pepper. Remove the beef from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium and add the finely diced onion. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened, then add the minced garlic. Cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
Stir in the tomato paste, cooking it for about 1 minute to deepen its flavor.
Add the tomato sauce, dried oregano, dried basil, red chili flakes (if using), and the reserved beef. Pour in 1/4 cup of the reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce if needed. Simmer the mixture for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and black pepper if necessary.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss it in the sauce until well coated. If the sauce seems too thick, add more of the reserved pasta water, a few tablespoons at a time, until the desired consistency is achieved.
Cook for 1-2 minutes to let the flavors meld together, then remove the skillet from heat.
Serve the fried beef and pasta hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh parsley. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
572 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.4 g | 44% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.4 g | 62% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 87 mg | 29% | |
| Sodium | 2655 mg | 115% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 37.1 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.1 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.3 g | ||
| Protein | 30.3 g | 61% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 290 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 4.1 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 724 mg | 15% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
