Oriental Beef and Spaghetti Pie (spicy)

Jun 09, 2023June 9, 20230 12
A spicy twist on a classic dish with Oriental Beef and Spaghetti Pie
in Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

8 ounces spaghetti
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 carrots , peeled & coarsely shredded
2 small yellow squash , halved lengthwise & thinly sliced
1 1/4 lbs lean ground beef
8 water chestnuts , finely chopped
4 scallions , thinly sliced ( including tops )
1/4 cup chili sauce
3 tablespoons dry sherry
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon cornstarch
3 garlic cloves , minced
1 teaspoon ground ginger

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
475
Sugar
7g
Fat
20g
Oriental Beef and Spaghetti Pie is a fusion of Italian and Asian cuisine, combining spaghetti with stir-fried vegetables and ground beef seasoned with chili sauce and soy sauce. The dish has a unique flavor due to the use of ginger and garlic, which are common in Asian cooking. It is a family-friendly meal that is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. This version has a spicy kick, but you can adjust the spice level to your liking. This one-dish meal can be served as a quick weeknight dinner or as a main course for a casual dinner party with friends and family.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
2.Cook spaghetti according to package directions.
3.Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
4.Add the carrots, squash, and ground beef. Cook until beef is browned and vegetables are tender. Drain.
5.Stir in water chestnuts, scallions, chili sauce, sherry, soy sauce, cornstarch, garlic, and ginger. Cook and stir until thickened and bubbly.
6.Drain spaghetti and toss with beef mixture.
7.Place mixture in a greased 9-inch pie plate.
8.Bake, uncovered, for 20-25 minutes or until heated through.

PROS

Oriental Beef and Spaghetti Pie is a flavorful and unique dish that can add variety to your usual dinner menu.

It can be easily customized to your liking by using different vegetables or adjusting the spice level.

It is also a one-dish meal that can save time on clean-up.

CONS

This dish contains a high amount of sodium from the soy sauce and chili sauce, which may not be suitable for those on a low-sodium diet.

It is also high in calories and fat due to the ground beef and oil used in the recipe.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Spaghetti is a good source of carbohydrates, which can provide energy for the body.
The lean ground beef used in this recipe is a good source of protein, iron, and zinc.
The vegetables used in this recipe provide vitamins and fiber, which are important for overall health and digestion.

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