How To Make Ethiopian Food Delicious Spaghetti With Sauce Recipe

spaghetti

🥗Healthier: whole wheat pasta

💰Cheaper: pasta made from semolina

Whole wheat pasta adds fiber and nutrients.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has healthy fats and a high smoke point.

tomato

🥗Healthier: fresh tomatoes

💰Cheaper: canned tomatoes

Canned tomatoes are often more affordable and convenient.

green bell pepper

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: yellow bell pepper

Zucchini is a low-calorie alternative with a similar texture.

Boil water in a large pot and cook spaghetti until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.

Drain spaghetti and set aside, reserving a little pasta water.

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add diced tomato and chopped green bell pepper, cooking until softened, about 5 minutes.

Mix in grated carrot and spices: cumin, coriander, and paprika; stir well.

Season with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste.

Add a splash of reserved pasta water to create a sauce, simmering for 2-3 minutes.

Combine the cooked spaghetti with the sauce, tossing to coat evenly.

Remove from heat and finish with fresh basil and a squeeze of lemon juice.

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