Turkish Pasta

Ingredients:

• 1 tbsp olive oil 
• 500g beef mince 
• 1 medium red onion, diced 
• 3 cloves garlic, diced 
• 2 tbsp paprika 
• 2 tsp cummin 
• 2 tbsp chilli flakes 
• 1 tsp sumac 
• 1 pinch salt  
• 1 pinch pepper 
• 500g pasta of choice 
• 500g cherry tomatoes, halved 
• Parsley to serve 

• 3/4 cup low fat Greek yoghurt 
• ¼ cup lemon juice 
• 2 cloves garlic diced 
• Salt & pepper 

• 3 tbsp unsalted butter 
• ½ tsp paprika 
• ½ tsp cumin  

1. Cook the Beef Mince: Heat a little olive oil in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the mince and cook, breaking it up, until browned. Add chopped onion, garlic, and herbs, and continue to cook until the onion is soft. Stir in ¼–½ cup of water and let it simmer for a few minutes. Set aside. 
2. Cook the Pasta: Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta according to packet instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside. 
3. Make the Spiced Butter Sauce: Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add spices (e.g., paprika, chilli flakes) and cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant. Remove from heat. 
4. Assemble the Dish: Place pasta in a bowl or on a plate. Top with garlic yoghurt sauce, followed by the beef mince. Drizzle over the spiced butter and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve warm.