Filipino Spaghetti
A deliciously sweet and savory rendition of spaghetti featuring Filipino flavors with hotdogs and banana ketchup.
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 450kcal
Ingredients
Pasta and Sauce
- 1 lb spaghetti noodles Use the biggest bag from your local grocery store.
- 1 cup banana ketchup For that unique sweet and tangy flavor.
- 1 cup tomato sauce For the base of the sauce.
- 3 tbsp brown sugar Adjust according to taste for desired sweetness.
Meat and Dairy
- 1 lb ground pork or beef Use whichever is preferred.
- 6 links red hotdogs Slice thinly for even distribution in flavors.
- 2 cups grated cheddar cheese Preferably a processed cheese for melting.
Seasonings
- 1 tbsp salt For boiling pasta and seasoning meat.
- 1 tbsp pepper Adjust according to taste.
- 1 tbsp soy sauce Optional for added umami flavor.
- 1 tbsp oil For sautéing onions and garlic.
Vegetables
- 1 medium onion Finely chopped for sautéing.
- 2 cloves garlic Minced for additional flavor.
Instructions
Cooking the Pasta
- Boil water in a large pot, add plenty of salt, and then cook the spaghetti noodles according to package instructions until al dente.
Preparing the Sauce
- In a large pan, heat a bit of oil and sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic until soft and fragrant.
- Add in the ground meat, cooking until browned and no pink remains.
- Incorporate the banana ketchup, tomato sauce, and brown sugar to the pan. Mix well.
- Stir in the sliced hotdogs and allow the mixture to simmer until thickened.
Combining Everything
- Drain the cooked spaghetti and reduce the heat on the sauce.
- Pour the sauce over the noodles or mix them together, depending on preference.
- Top with generous amounts of grated cheese before serving.
Notes
For a vegetarian version, substitute meat with plant-based alternatives and double up on the veggies. Let the sauce simmer longer for deeper flavors.