Asian Spaghetti Sauce Recipe

Craving a quick and flavorful weeknight dinner? This Asian Fusion Spaghetti Sauce is a delicious twist on classic spaghetti, combining the savory richness of ground turkey with the sweet and spicy notes of teriyaki sauce. This easy recipe uses pantry staples and comes together in under 30 minutes! Customize the spice level with chili flakes to your liking. Perfect for a family meal or a satisfying solo dinner.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 289.8 kcal
Protein 53g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Asian Spaghetti Sauce

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

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Ingredients for Asian Spaghetti Sauce

  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 2 cloves minced garlic
  • Dried Onion Flakes
  • 1/2 cup teriyaki sauce
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger or 1 tsp ground ginger
  • Dried Chili Pepper Flakes
  • Carrot
  • Sugar Snap Pea
  • Green Pepper
  • Red Pepper
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • Salt

How to Make Asian Spaghetti Sauce

  1. Brown 1 lb ground turkey in a large skillet or pot over medium-high heat, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain off any excess grease.
  2. Add 2 cloves minced garlic and 1 tbsp onion powder (or 1/2 small onion, finely chopped). Cook for 1 minute, stirring frequently.
  3. Stir in 1/2 cup teriyaki sauce, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger (or 1 tsp ground ginger), 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (or more, to taste), 2 tbsp soy sauce, and salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Stir well to combine.
  5. Add 1 cup chopped carrots and 1 cup frozen peas.
  6. Stir and cook for 3-5 minutes, or until the vegetables are slightly tender-crisp.
  7. Add 1/2 cup sliced bell peppers (optional). Stir and cook for another minute, just until heated through.
  8. Serve the sauce over 1 lb cooked whole wheat spaghetti. Garnish with sesame seeds or chopped green onions (optional).

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

172 g

Sugar

63g

Fat

13g

Carbs

7g