Filipino Style Spaghetti
User Reviews
5
-
Prep Time
10 mins
-
Cook Time
45 mins
-
Total Time
55 mins
-
Servings
6 people
-
Calories
1003 kcal
-
Course
Main Course
-
Cuisine
Filipino
Filipino Style Spaghetti
Description
Filipino Style Spaghetti blends familiar pasta with a uniquely Filipino twist by incorporating luncheon meat and hotdogs into a sauce enriched with ground pork, onions, garlic, and a specific Filipino-style spaghetti sauce. The preparation involves sautéing aromatics and meats, then simmering them in beef broth and the special sauce to develop deep flavors over 30 minutes. The shredded cheddar cheese topping adds a creamy and slightly sharp finish, complementing the sauce's balance of savory and sweet notes. The noodles are cooked separately and then dressed with this vibrant meat sauce.
The dish's texture includes tender spaghetti noodles coated with a thick, hearty sauce laden with small meat pieces, offering both softness and slight chewiness from the processed meats. The cooking method combines sautéing and simmering to meld the ingredients harmoniously.
This spaghetti variant suits meals where a flavorful, meat-forward pasta is desired. The cheese topping invites serving immediately while warm, enhancing the sauce's richness and tying the dish together in a manner characteristic of Filipino comfort food.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs. spaghetti noodles
- 1 lb. ground pork
- 6 ounces luncheon meat minced
- 4 pieces hotdog or beef franks
- 35 ounces Filipino Style Spaghetti Sauce
- 1/2 cup cheddar cheese shredded
- 1 1/2 cups beef broth
- 1 onion minced, medium
- 1 teaspoon garlic minced
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 3 tablespoons neutral cooking oil generic cooking oil
Instructions
- Cook the Spaghetti noodles according to package instructions. Once cooked, transfer to a bowl. Set aside.
- Heat the oil in a Pan.
- Saute the onion and garlic.
- Once the onions becomes soft, add the ground pork. Cook until the color turns light brown.
- Add the luncheon meat and hotdog. Stir and cook for 2 to 3 minutes.
- Pour-in the Spaghetti sauce and beef broth. Stir and let boil. Cover and simmer for 30 minutes.
- Try to taste the sauce and add salt and pepper if needed.
- Pour the Filipino Style Spaghetti sauce over the Spaghetti. Top with shredded cheese.
- Serve. Share and enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 1003 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 6g | |
| Calories | 1003kcal | 50% |
| Carbohydrates | 125g | 42% |
| Protein | 41g | 82% |
| Fat | 37g | 57% |
| Saturated Fat | 12g | 60% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5g | 29% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 17g | 85% |
| Trans Fat | 0.03g | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 84mg | 28% |
| Sodium | 1525mg | 64% |
| Potassium | 1231mg | 26% |
| Fiber | 8g | 32% |
| Sugar | 11g | 22% |
| Vitamin A | 816IU | 16% |
| Vitamin C | 14mg | 16% |
| Calcium | 141mg | 14% |
| Iron | 5mg | 28% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
You'll Also Love
