Spaghetti with Meat Sauce Sweet Filipino Feast
Picture a loud, happy Filipino family dinner, with kids giggling and plates piled high with Spaghetti with Meat Sauce from Amber’s Menu.
This yummy dish mixes chewy spaghetti with a sweet, meaty sauce that makes everyone smile. It’s a favorite at birthday parties and busy weeknights, and you can make it at home in about an hour! Let’s learn why it’s so special and how to cook it the easy way.
Prices at Ambers Menu:
| Serving Size | Price |
|---|---|
| Single Order: | ₱ 80.00 |
| 3-5 Persons: | ₱ 540.00 |
| 6-10 Persons: | ₱ 750.00 |
| 11-15 Persons: | ₱ 925.00 |
| 16-20 Persons: | ₱ 1050.00 |
| 21-25 Persons: | ₱ 1190.00 |
Why Filipinos Love This Spaghetti?
Spaghetti with Meat Sauce isn’t just an Italian dish in the Philippines, it’s a Filipino superstar dish. Italians make their sauce tangy with tomatoes, but Filipinos add a little sugar and sometimes hot dogs or banana ketchup to make it sweet and fun. This sweet twist started because Filipinos love mixing sweet and savory, and it’s now a must-have at parties, especially kids’ birthdays.
Amber’s Menu serves this dish for one person (₱80) or a big group of 21-25 people (₱1190). It’s easy to make, and you can save the sauce in the freezer for another day. Let’s dive into the recipe!
Detailed Recipe of Spaghetti with Meat Sauce
This recipe makes enough for 8 people. You can change things, like using chicken or adding veggies, to make it your own.
Ingredients You Need:
- Pasta: 1 pound (450 grams) spaghetti
- Meat: 1 pound (450 grams) ground beef
- Veggies:
- 1 onion, chopped small
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped small
- 3 cloves garlic, chopped tiny
- Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 22 ounces (625 grams) tomato sauce
- 2 cups (480 milliliters) water
- 2 tablespoons sugar (for that Filipino sweetness)
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1½ teaspoons salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Other:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ¼ cup parsley, chopped
- Grated Parmesan cheese (for sprinkling)
- 3 quarts (2.8 liters) water (for boiling pasta)
- 1 tablespoon salt (for pasta water)
How to Cook It Step by Step
Get Ready
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Total Time: 75 minutes
- Servings: 8
Cooking Steps
- Cook the Beef: Put a big pan on medium heat and add 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Add ground beef and cook for 5-7 minutes until it’s brown. Stir it sometimes so it cooks evenly.
- Add Veggies: Put onion, red bell pepper, and garlic in the pan with the beef. Cook for 5-6 minutes until they’re soft. Chop them small so the sauce is smooth.
- Add Tomato Paste: Put 2 tablespoons tomato paste in the pan and cook for 2 minutes, stirring a lot.
- Make the Sauce: Add 22 ounces of tomato sauce and 2 cups of water. Stir well. Add 2 tablespoons sugar, 1½ teaspoons salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper, and 1 teaspoon oregano. Stir again.
- Simmer the Sauce: Turn the heat to low and let the sauce bubble gently for 40 minutes. Stir it sometimes until it’s thick.
- Add Parsley: Put chopped parsley in the sauce and stir. Turn off the heat.
- Cook the Spaghetti: In a big pot, boil 3 quarts of water with 1 tablespoon salt. Add spaghetti and cook for 8-10 minutes (check the package) until it’s soft but not mushy. Drain the water.
- Serve It: Put spaghetti on plates and spoon the meat sauce on top. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese and enjoy!
Tips to Make Spaghetti with meat sauce Delecious
- Chop Small: Cut veggies into tiny pieces so the sauce is smooth, not chunky.
- Stir Often: Stir the sauce while it simmers so it doesn’t stick to the pan.
- Test the Pasta: Bite a piece of spaghetti to make sure it’s not too hard or too soft.
- Add Sugar Slowly: Taste the sauce and add more sugar if you want it sweeter.
- Use a Big Pot: A big pot stops the spaghetti from sticking together.
What to Eat With It
Serve this with Amber’s Menu Garlic Bread or a simple salad with calamansi dressing. For drinks, try cold mango juice or iced tea. It’s perfect for parties or cozy dinners!
Fun Ways to Change It
- No Meat: Use mushrooms or lentils instead of beef for a veggie version.
- Filipino Twist: Add ¼ cup banana ketchup or sliced hot dogs for extra Filipino flavor.
- Spicy Kick: Put a teaspoon of chili flakes in the sauce for some heat.
- More Veggies: Add chopped carrots or zucchini for more color and crunch.
How Healthy it is(nutritional profile)?
Here’s what’s in one serving (about 1 cup):
- Calories: 486 calories (energy for your body)
- Fat: 17 grams (oily stuff from beef and oil)
- Carbohydrates: 58 grams (gives you energy)
- Protein: 27 grams (makes you strong)
- Sodium: 977 milligrams (salt from sauce and cheese)
- Fiber: 5 grams (good for your tummy)
- Sugar: 10 grams (sweet from sauce and sugar)
For a big tray (21-25 people), it’s about 4800-6000 calories total.
How to Save the Sauce
- Fridge: Put leftover sauce in a container with a lid and keep in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Freezer: Put sauce in a freezer bag and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge before heating.
- Reheat: Warm sauce in a pan on low heat or in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds.
Conclusion
Spaghetti with Meat Sauce is a yummy dish that brings families together, whether it’s a big party or a quick dinner. It’s easy to make, and you can save the sauce for another day. Try it at home and share your dish with #AmbersMenuSpaghetti! Want more tasty ideas? Check out Amber’s Menu for Sotanghon-Canton Guisado, Creamy Carbonara, or Lumpiang Ubod.
