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Turkish Pasta

Name: Turkish Pasta with Yogurt Sauce and Ground Beef
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Turkish
Ingredients: 8 oz bowtie pasta; 1 tsp salt, for pasta water; 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved; 1 cup plain Greek yogurt; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1/2 tsp salt, for yogurt sauce; 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped; 1 lb ground beef; 1 tsp curry powder; 1/2 tsp salt, for meat; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 1 tsp onion powder; 1 tsp paprika, for meat; 2 tbsp butter; 1 tbsp paprika, for butter sauce

Turkish pasta combines tender bowtie noodles with a cooling garlic yogurt sauce, spiced ground beef, and a rich paprika butter drizzle for a satisfying one-dish meal that balances warm and cool elements.

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Total

25 min

Servings

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$28–$46

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Ingredients

8 oz bowtie pasta
1 tsp salt, for pasta water
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup plain Greek yogurt
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 tsp salt, for yogurt sauce
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1 lb ground beef
1 tsp curry powder
1/2 tsp salt, for meat
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp paprika, for meat
2 tbsp butter
1 tbsp paprika, for butter sauce

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Instructions

1
Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add salt, then cook the bowtie pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
2
While the pasta cooks, prepare the toppings. Halve the cherry tomatoes and chop the fresh parsley.
3
In a small bowl, prepare the garlic yogurt sauce by combining the Greek yogurt, minced garlic, and salt. Mix well and set aside.
4
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef, breaking it apart with a spoon. Drain any excess fat if needed.
5
Season the browning meat with curry powder, salt, black pepper, onion powder, and paprika. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until the meat is cooked through and slightly crispy.
6
In a separate small pan, make the paprika butter. Melt the butter over low heat, then stir in the paprika until fragrant.
7
To assemble, place a serving of cooked pasta on a plate. Top with a generous layer of the garlic yogurt sauce, followed by the seasoned ground meat.
8
Drizzle the paprika butter sauce over the meat. Garnish with the fresh halved cherry tomatoes and chopped parsley before serving.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Salt your pasta water generously and cook bowtie until al dente—it will soften slightly when layered with the warm meat sauce.
Mince garlic finely and stir it into yogurt while the sauce is still cool to prevent curdling.
Brown the ground beef on high heat first to develop flavor, then season at the end to prevent moisture loss.
Layer the dish just before serving: yogurt base, warm pasta, meat, tomatoes, parsley, and paprika drizzle on top for best texture contrast.

Substitutions

Ground lamb → ground beef (richer, more traditional Turkish flavor)
Cherry tomatoes → diced Roma tomatoes or sun-dried tomatoes (adjust freshness vs. concentration)
Greek yogurt → full-fat plain yogurt (will be slightly thinner; drain excess if watery)
Fresh parsley → fresh dill or mint (lighter, different herbaceous note)

Storage & make-ahead

Refrigerate components separately up to 3 days; reheat pasta and meat gently and layer with fresh yogurt and tomatoes before serving to maintain texture.

Common Questions

Can I use a different pasta shape?

Yes. Any short, sturdy pasta works—penne, rigatoni, or farfalle all hold the yogurt sauce well. Avoid thin noodles like spaghetti.

What can I substitute for Greek yogurt?

Plain full-fat yogurt or sour cream work; Greek yogurt is thicker and tangier, but standard yogurt will thin slightly during layering.

Can I make this ahead?

Assemble components separately and layer just before serving to prevent the yogurt from becoming watery. Store cooked pasta and sauce refrigerated up to 3 days.