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Penne Pasta with Ground Beef in Sweet Chili Garlic Sauce

Cultural Context

Originating from the Caribbean, this dish reflects the region's vibrant flavors and culinary creativity. The combination of sweet chili sauce and garlic offers a delightful balance of sweetness and heat, making it a favorite for family dinners. Today, variations of this dish can be found in many Caribbean restaurants and homes, often adapted with local ingredients or personal twists.

CaribbeanBBmain
30 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 cups penne pasta
1 lb ground beef
1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
3 cloves garlic
1 medium onion
1 bell pepper
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 green onions
1 medium carrot
1 tablespoon ginger
2 tablespoons lime juice
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon coriander

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

sweet chili sauce

🥗Healthier: homemade chili sauce

💰Cheaper: ketchup + sriracha

Homemade sauce can reduce sugar content and cost.

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is leaner, while ground pork is often less expensive.

1

Boil seasoned water and add Roma pasta for 7 minutes.

2

Add butter, oil, or both to the skillet.

3

Add chopped onions, celery, and garlic; cook until golden brown.

4

Add frozen vegetables and cook until vibrant and crunchy.

5

Add minced beef (93% meat, 7% fat) and cook until caramelized with vegetables.

6

Stir in 1 teaspoon of garlic, 1 teaspoon of oregano, 1 teaspoon of soy sauce, 2 teaspoons of tropical sza, and 2 cups of sweet chili sauce.

7

Add cherry tomatoes, chopped mixed herbs, and spicy peppers.

8

Plate the cooked pasta.

Cooking Techniques

boilingsautéing

Equipment Needed

large potskilletcolanderspatula

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

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