Turkish pasta

4portioner

Cook the pasta of choice8 oz according to package directions.
In a large skillet over medium heat, sear the lean ground beef1 lb until almost cooked through, about 2-3 minutes. The beef should release its natural oils, and no need to add oil.
Add in the diced yellow onions, Salt and Pepper to taste, sweet paprika powder2 tsp, onion powder2 tbsp, and tomato paste1 tbsp.
Mix and sear everything until the onions are translucent and cooked through, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
To make the butter sauce, melt the unsalted butter1/4 cup over low heat in a small saucepan. Add the olive oil2 tbsp, mild pepper paste1 tbsp, dried mint1 tsp, sweet paprika1 tbsp, and Turkish chili flakes1 tsp. Mix with a spatula to combine, about 1 minute. Set aside.
Next, make the garlic yogurt sauce. In a bowl, add the Greek yogurt1 cup, garlic cloves (minced), Salt and pepper, and a bit of water (about 2-3 tablespoons) to thin it down if it is too thick. Mix well to combine.
To assemble, place cooked pasta on a deep dish or plate. Then add 1/4th of the yogurt sauce, top with seasoned beef, drizzle some of the seasoned butter sauce, and garnish with chopped minced parsley1/4 cup and Cherry tomatoes1/2 cup (chopped). Enjoy.