Spicy Spaghetti Bolognese
A spicy twist on a classic favourite. This spicy spaghetti bolognese is infused with Indian spices, giving this dish a burst of flavours.
Servings: 5 people
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!