Experience a delightful twist on the classic favourite with this Spicy Spaghetti Bolognese recipe, infused with Indian spices. It is healthy, quick, and easy to make – perfect for meal prepping.
I absolutely love quick and easy meals, and this Spicy Spaghetti Bolognese has been a favourite of ours for a few years now! It’s the ideal choice for a healthy dinner or even a satisfying lunch. This recipe includes a blend of Indian spices, and the best part? It’s not just tasty; it’s incredibly simple and quick to make.
Many people starting a healthier lifestyle often consider cutting pasta from their diet. However, pasta is a fantastic source of dietary fiber, which is fantastic for your gut health and provides the energy you need. Plus, the addition of meat brings in protein, and the Indian spices are there for that extra deliciousness.
For those of us who love spice, this spicy spaghetti bolognese recipe is what you need! I’ve been making this easy spicy spaghetti bolognese for the past four years, and it’s been a family favourite. This recipe is perfect for meal prep. If you’re into meal prepping, all you need to do is make the bolognese sauce, freeze it, thaw it overnight, and cook the spaghetti on the day you’re ready to enjoy.
In this blog post, I’ll guide you through the easy-to-follow recipe, providing clear instructions on how to make this spicy spaghetti sauce. I’ll also share tips on how to store it to keep it fresh and delicious.
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Spicy Spaghetti Bolognese
Ingredients Needed:
- Beef mince: You can use lamb mince. I just prefer using beef mince.
- White onion: Medium-sized.
- Bolognese sauce: If you make your own, then you can use a homemade tomato sauce. Or you can just use a store-bought one – I used Dolmio bolognese sauce.
- Spices: Salt, turmeric, garam masala, cumin, curry powder, chili powder.
- Spaghetti: I used wholewheat but you can definitely use normal spaghetti.
- Extra virgin olive oil: Please avoid using any seed oils (such as sunflower oil)
- Butter
How To Make The Best Spicy Spaghetti Bolognese Recipe
- Start by finely chopping your white onion.
- Warm up a deep skillet over medium-low heat. When it’s slightly warm (not too hot), add a combination of olive oil and butter. Once the butter has melted, toss in the chopped onions.
- Allow the onions to cook until they become slightly soft. Then add in the spices one by one. Mix them in. If you find the need, you can drizzle a bit more extra virgin olive oil. Be mindful not to overdo it because the meat will release its own oil once added.
- Let the spices infuse for about 3 minutes, and then introduce your minced meat. Blend it in with the onions and spices, ensuring you break up the meat.
- As the meat is cooking, bring a deep pan filled with hot water to a boil. Once the water starts to bubble, add your spaghetti and a dash of oil to prevent sticking. Cook it following the packet instructions.
- Once the meat has fully cooked, add in your bolognese sauce. You might want to use one jar and a bit of another if you prefer a saucier consistency. Add the spices again and mix thoroughly. Allow it to simmer for 5-7 minutes.
- Now, you have a choice – either combine your drained spaghetti with the sauce if you prefer it mixed, or serve the spaghetti on a plate and add the sauce on top.
- Enjoy your Spicy Spaghetti Bolognese.
How To Store Your Spicy Spaghetti Sauce
Storing your Spicy Spaghetti Bolognese properly is important to ensure it remains fresh and delicious. Here’s how:
- Refrigeration: If you have leftover Spicy Spaghetti Bolognese that you’d like to store, allow it to cool to room temperature first. Then, transfer it to an airtight container. You can store it in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Freezing: To store for a longer period, consider freezing your spicy spaghetti sauce. Follow these steps:
- First, ensure the dish has cooled down.
- Portion the bolognese sauce into freezer-safe containers or zip-top bags. It’s better to portion it in meal-sized servings.
- When you’re ready to enjoy your spaghetti bolognese, thaw it in the fridge overnight, and then reheat it on the stovetop. Then cook your spaghetti and serve!
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Spicy Spaghetti Bolognese
Equipment
- 1 Deep skillet
- ! Large deep pan
Ingredients
- 450-500 grams Beef mince (or lamb)
- 1 medium White onion
- 1 medium Courgette (grated)
- 1 medium Carrot (grated)
- 1/2 tbsp Butter
- 1 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 1/2 tsp Sea salt IMPORTANT: for the salt and the rest of the spices - the half will be added when you add the tomato sauce. the 1 tsps will be added with the onions.
- 1 1/2 tsp Garam masala
- 1 1/2 tsp Turmeric
- 1 1/2 tsp Cumin
- 1 1/2 tsp Chilli powder You can add 1 tsp with the onions and then an extra tsp when you add the sauce - it depends on how spicy you like it. I find 1 1/2 tsp is perfect.
- 1 1/2 tsp Curry powder
- 1 packet Wholewheat spaghetti 1 packet usually feeds 4-6 people.
- 500 grams Dolmio sauce you may want to add a bit of another jar if you like a saucy consistency.
Instructions
- Start by finely chopping your white onions.
- Warm up a deep skillet over medium-low heat. When it's slightly warm (not too hot), add a combination of olive oil and butter. Once the butter has melted, toss in the chopped onions, grated courgette and carrot.
- Allow the veg to cook until they become slightly soft. Now, add only 1 tsp of each spice one by one (the other half will be added later). Mix them in. If you find the need, you can drizzle a bit more extra virgin olive oil. Be mindful not to overdo it because the meat will release its own oil once added.
- Let the spices infuse for about 2-3 minutes, and then add the beef mince. Blend it in with the onions and spices, ensuring you break up the meat.
- While the meat is cooking, bring a deep pan filled with hot water to a boil. Add your spaghetti and a dash of oil to prevent sticking. Cook it following the packet instructions.
- Once the meat has fully cooked, add in your bolognese sauce. You might want to use one jar and a bit of another if you prefer a saucier consistency. Add the spices again - 1/2 tsp of each, and mix thoroughly. Allow it to simmer for 5-7 minutes.
- Now, you either combine your drained spaghetti with the sauce if you prefer it mixed, or serve the spaghetti on a plate and add the sauce on top.
- Enjoy!
I hope you enjoy this recipe as much as we do!
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