Kavurmalı Erişte

Kavurmalı Erişte is a delightful low-carb Turkish pasta dish featuring sautéed beef or lamb with a rich and savory sauce over zucchini noodles. This dish brings together traditional flavors with a healthy twist, perfect for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• Zucchini - 2 medium
• Ground beef or lamb - 200 grams
• Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Tomato paste - 2 tablespoons
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Red pepper flakes - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh parsley - a handful, chopped for garnish

Steps

1. Spiralize the zucchini using a spiralizer or julienne peeler to create zucchini noodles. Set aside.
2. In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
3. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
4. Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground beef or lamb. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula, about 5-7 minutes.
5. Stir in the tomato paste, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and let it cook for another 3-4 minutes.
6. Add the zucchini noodles to the skillet, tossing to combine with the meat mixture. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the zucchini is slightly tender but still firm.
7. Remove from heat and garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 500 mg
• Cholesterol: 75 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 6 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.
• Rich in protein, which helps in muscle repair and growth.

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