This Viral Turkish Pasta became a sensation on TikTok, with millions of views showcasing its simple yet bold flavors. The combination of spiced crispy mince, creamy garlic yogurt, and rich paprika butter caught the attention of food lovers worldwide.

As someone who lives in Turkey, I love exploring its authentic cuisine and flavors, and this dish is a perfect example of how traditional Turkish ingredients can come together to create a delicious, comforting meal with minimal effort.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Bold & Authentic Turkish Flavors – A delicious combination of garlic yogurt, crispy spiced mince, and butter sauce.
Quick & Easy – Ready in under 30 minutes, making it perfect for a weeknight meal.
Customizable Protein Options – Use beef, lamb, or even a vegetarian alternative.
Creamy & Savory Combination – The cool yogurt balances the spicy, crispy mince beautifully.

Ingredients

For the Garlic Yogurt

• 4-5 tablespoons Greek yogurt
• 2 cloves garlic, grated
• Chopped fresh dill
• Salt to taste

For the Spiced Beef/Lamb Mince

• 1 bowl of 20% fat beef or lamb mince
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon chili flakes
• 1 teaspoon cumin powder
• Salt & black pepper, to taste
• 1 teaspoon ginger-garlic paste

For the Garlic Butter Sauce

• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 tablespoon paprika

For Serving

• Chopped tomatoes
• Fresh parsley

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Garlic Yogurt

• In a small bowl, mix Greek yogurt, grated garlic, chopped dill, and salt.
• Stir well and let it sit in the fridge while preparing the rest of the dish.

Step 2: Cook the Spiced Mince

• Heat a pan over medium heat and add the beef or lamb mince (no need for extra oil).
• Sauté until the mince changes color and releases its own fat.
• Add the chopped onion, paprika, chili flakes, cumin, salt, and ginger-garlic paste.
• Cook on low heat, stirring occasionally, until the meat is crispy and deeply browned.

Step 3: Make the Garlic Butter Sauce

• In a small pan, melt butter over low heat.
• Add paprika and let it sizzle for a few seconds before removing from heat.

Step 4: Assemble & Serve

• Cook pasta according to package instructions and drain.
• Add the cooked pasta, then spread the garlic yogurt and top with the spiced mince.
• Drizzle the garlic butter sauce over the top.
• Garnish with chopped tomatoes and fresh parsley.

Tips for the Best Turkish Pasta

Use high-fat mince – It crisps up better and adds more flavor.
Don’t skip the garlic yogurt – It balances the richness of the dish.
For extra heat, add a pinch of cayenne or a drizzle of chili oil.

Viral turkish pasta

This Viral Turkish Pasta combines creamy garlic yogurt, spiced beef or lamb mince, and buttery paprika sauce, all served over a comforting bowl of pasta.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 14 minutes mins

Course Main Course

Cuisine Turkish

Servings 1

Ingredients

  

For the Garlic Yogurt

• 4-5 tbsp Greek yogurt
• 2 cloves garlic grated
• Chopped fresh dill
• Salt to taste

For the Spiced Beef/Lamb Mince

• 1 bowl beef or lamb mince 20% fat
• 1 small onion finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon chili flakes
• 1 teaspoon cumin powder
• Salt & black pepper to taste
• 1 teaspoon ginger-garlic paste

For the Garlic Butter Sauce

• 2 tbsp butter
• 1 tbsp paprika

For Serving

• Chopped tomatoes
• Fresh parsley

Instructions

 

• In a small bowl, mix Greek yogurt, grated garlic, chopped dill, and salt.
• Heat a pan over medium heat and add the beef or lamb mince (no need for extra oil).
• Sauté until the mince changes color and releases its own fat.
• Add the chopped onion, paprika, chili flakes, cumin, salt, and ginger-garlic paste.
• Cook on low heat, stirring occasionally, until the meat is crispy and deeply browned.
• In a small pan, melt butter over low heat.
• Add paprika and let it sizzle for a few seconds before removing from heat.
• Cook pasta according to package instructions and drain.
• Add the cooked pasta over a serving plate and spread the garlic yogurt.
• Then top with the spiced mince.
• Drizzle the garlic butter sauce over the top.
• Garnish with chopped tomatoes and fresh parsley.

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