There’s a palpable chill in the air. It’s the perfect weather to cuddle up in a blanket with your favorite comfort food. How about some delicious spaghetti with tender and flavorful meatballs? That sounds awesome but who is going to spend hours in the kitchen to make that you ask?
Nobody has to… because we have the perfect instant spaghetti and meatballs sauce recipe for you!
You just need meatballs, spaghetti, and Netra’s Red Curry paste. Call it an Indian take of the classic Italian-American dish or a quick instant version to satisfy those never-ending cravings — this spaghetti with meatballs recipe is an absolute winner.
You can use store-bought meatballs made using meat/s of your choice or make them from scratch. Please refer to the FAQ section for the detailed meatballs recipe.
Did You Know?
Italian immigrants first introduced spaghetti with meatballs in New York City.
Quick Tip: Use cut up sausages, especially Italian sausages, if meatballs aren’t available. Any other protein – tofu, cottage cheese, or meat – can be sautéed in oil and added as well.
Now without any further ado, let’s begin…
Spaghetti and Meatballs Preparation Time: 10-12 minutes
Simultaneously fry the meatballs and cook the spaghetti to save time and whip up this lip-smacking dish in just 10 minutes!
Ingredients:
Spaghetti, 150 g
Meatballs, small or medium sized, 8-10
Netra’s Red Curry paste, 25 g
Parmesan cheese, for garnishing
Olive oil, 2-3 tbsps.
Salt, as required
Recipe:
Spaghetti
Heat 4-5 cups of water in a large pot or pan. Add salt and spaghetti once it starts boiling and cook to al dente.
Drain the water, toss in a tbsp. of olive oil and keep aside.
Meatballs
If using frozen meatballs, ensure they have completely defrosted. Fry or bake the meatballs till they brown slightly. Meatballs can be added to the sauce directly and both cooked together. However, sometimes meatballs can fall apart with this method.
Spaghetti Sauce
Heat around 2 cups of water in a pan. Add one serving (25 g) of Netra’s Red Curry paste and mix well.
Once the sauce starts boiling, add the meatballs to it.
Simmer till the sauce thickens a little, around 4-5 minutes.
Time to Serve!
Pour the Netra’s red curry paste sauce with meatballs over the cooked spaghetti. Grate some Parmesan cheese on top and dig in!
That was super easy, wasn’t it? This is a pretty fuss-free way to enjoy a steaming-hot plate of your favorite comfort food.
As Netra’s Red Curry paste has authentic Kolhapuri spices, this spaghetti has a lot of depth and flavor. If you want more sauce with less spice, add a cup of tomato puree to the paste and follow the same procedure.
Instant Pot Spaghetti and Meatballs
Spaghetti with meatballs instant pot recipe combines comfort and taste in the most hassle-free way. Add Netra’s Red Curry paste to 2 cups of hot water; mix well. Now add this mixture, meatballs, and spaghetti to the hot pot. When layering the ingredients, first place the meatballs, then the spaghetti, olive oil, and pour the paste. Cook on high heat for 10 minutes. Release the steam. Your instant spaghetti with meatballs is ready! Grate some cheese on top when serving.
Also, here are answers to some of the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on cooking spaghetti with meatballs:
How to make perfect meatballs for spaghetti?
There’s a sure short way to get the most succulent meatballs – day old breadcrumbs! By soaking breadcrumbs in milk or water, the meatballs remain soft yet don’t fall apart when cooking. For around 500 grams of meat, use a cup of bread crumbs soaked in half cup water. Combine the meat, bread crumbs, freshly-grated Parmesan, parsley, 1 egg, 2-3 minced garlic cloves, salt, pepper, and chili flakes in a large bowl. Mix until well combined and make medium-sized balls.
How to make Italian meatballs for spaghetti?
Don’t use very lean meat when making meatballs, as fat is the key to tender and juicy meatballs. Avoid using powders – fresh parsley, onion, and garlic make all the difference. Italian meatballs are normally made using milk instead of water (for soaking the bread crumbs).
How many calories in a spaghetti and meatball dinner?
As per MyFitnessPal, a serving of spaghetti and meatballs packs in around 320-345 calories. Spaghetti and meatballs calories are a good mix of carbs, proteins, and fats. By baking or air frying the meatballs (instead of frying in oil), you can enjoy this delicious dish guilt-free.
Spaghetti with meatballs nutrition facts (one serving):
Calories -345 || Carbs – 21 g || Fat – 22 g || Protein – 16 g
How to fry meatballs for spaghetti?
Raw meatballs can be deep fried in oil or baked in the oven till slightly browned. Oven-baked meatballs are uniformly cooked and this method lets you handle other parts of the meal simultaneously. Simple sautéing also works. Use a good skillet for the perfect browning. However, for a quick dinner, you can completely skip this step and let them cook with the sauce. As the meatballs simmer in the sauce, they become extra flavorful and tender.
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