Mexican Spaghetti
Mexican spaghetti is a delightful fusion of traditional pasta and bold Mexican flavors, creating a dish that warms the soul. Picture al dente spaghetti tossed with seasoned ground beef, vibrant bell peppers, spicy jalapeños, and a rich tomato sauce, all topped with melted cheddar cheese. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, promising to impress with every flavorful bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup chopped bell peppers (red and green)
- 1 medium sweet onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 14 oz canned diced tomatoes
- 2 jalapeños, sliced (adjust for heat)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a large pot. Cook spaghetti until al dente according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté onions and bell peppers until tender, about 5 minutes.
- Push veggies aside and add ground beef. Cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Stir in garlic, diced tomatoes, jalapeños, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Toss cooked spaghetti into the skillet with the meat mixture. Sprinkle cheese on top and mix well.
- Remove from heat and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg