Experience a unique twist on classic spaghetti with this Filipino-style recipe, which is known for its sweet and savoury flavours. This spaghetti combines ground beef, red hotdogs, and a rich, creamy sauce, topped with plenty of cheese. It's a festive dish in the Philippines which is often served at birthday parties, Christmas holidays and family gatherings.

Tip #1

Proper Browning: For the best flavour, make sure to brown the ground beef well before adding the sauces. This enhances the meat's flavour and texture, ensuring it doesn't just boil in the sauce.

Tip #2

Simmering the Sauce: Allow the sauce to simmer gently to develop the flavours better. This step also helps to thicken the sauce, making it cling to the noodles more effectively.

Tip #3

Adjusting Sweetness: Filipino spaghetti is sweet, but you can adjust the amount of condensed milk based on your preference. Start with less and add more if needed after tasting.

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Filipino Spaghetti

Total Time: 45 minutes

Serves: 6

Ingredients

5 cloves garlic, minced
1 large onion, finely chopped
500g ground beef
900g Filipino-style tomato sauce
1/2 cup water
85g liver spread
2 cups sliced red hotdogs
1/2 cup condensed milk
1 cup grated cheese (Eden or cheddar)
Salt and pepper to taste
500g spaghetti noodles, cooked according to package instructions

Preparation

Saute chopped onions and minced garlic, until fragrant. Add the ground beef over medium heat and cook until browned.
Pour in the Filipino-style tomato sauce. Mix well.
Add water, liver spread, and sliced hotdogs. Allow the mixture to simmer for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Stir in grated cheese and condensed milk. Continue to simmer until the cheese is melted and the sauce thickens.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Add the cooked spaghetti noodles to the sauce. Toss the noodles until they are well-coated with the sauce.
Transfer the Filipino spaghetti to a serving platter. Optionally, sprinkle more grated cheese on top before serving.