Mexican Chili Spaghetti Easy Recipe
Mexican Chili Spaghetti is a rich and flavorful combination meal that combines intense Mexican flavors and ingredients with traditional Italian pasta. Tender spaghetti is cooked in a flavorful tomato-based sauce with crispy bacon, fragrant onions, and a hint of spice from green chilies in this recipe. It's a hearty and filling dish that's ideal for a laid-back get-together with friends or family.
Cuisine Fusion: This dish merges traditional Italian pasta with Mexican spices, creating a unique and flavorful fusion.
Comfort Food: The combination of pasta and a rich tomato-based sauce makes this a comforting and satisfying meal.
Mexican Chili Spaghetti is a rich and flavorful combination meal that combines intense Mexican flavors and ingredients with traditional Italian pasta. Tender spaghetti is cooked in a flavorful tomato-based sauce with crispy bacon, fragrant onions, and a hint of spice from green chilies in this recipe. It's a hearty and filling dish that's ideal for a laid-back get-together with friends or family.
- 60 ml Olive Oil (2 fl oz / 1/4 cup)
- 4 Bacon: slices, sliced
- 2 Onions: medium, peeled and thinly sliced
- 1 Garlic: clove, peeled and crushed
- 220 g Spaghetti broken into 5-cm (2-in) lengths (8 oz)
- 400 Canned Tomatoes drained and chopped (14 oz)
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1/4 tsp Ground Black Pepper
- 1 tsp Dried Oregano
- 1/4 tsp Ground Cumin
- 1 Green Chili, sliced
- 625 ml Vegetable Stock (20 fl oz / 2 1/2 cups)
- Cook the Bacon and Vegetables:
- In a large, deep-frying pan, heat the olive oil over moderate heat.
- Add the sliced bacon, onions, and crushed garlic. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 5–7 minutes or until the onions are soft and translucent but not browned.
- Add Spaghetti and Spices:
- Stir in the broken spaghetti, chopped tomatoes, salt, black pepper, dried oregano, ground cumin, and sliced green chili.
- Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Simmer
- Pour in the vegetable stock and bring the mixture to a boil over high heat.
- Reduce the heat to low and simmer gently, stirring occasionally, for 10–15 minutes or until the liquid has been absorbed and the spaghetti is tender.
- Serve:
- Transfer the spaghetti to 4 individual warmed serving dishes.
- Serve immediately.
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 400kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 15g24%
- Sodium 900mg38%
- Total Carbohydrate 50g17%
- Dietary Fiber 4g16%
- Sugars 8g
- Protein 15g30%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
- For Extra Flavor: Consider adding a pinch of smoked paprika or a splash of lime juice for an additional layer of flavor.
- Texture: To ensure the spaghetti has the perfect texture, stir occasionally while simmering to prevent it from sticking to the pan.
- Garnish: Top with fresh herbs such as cilantro or parsley, and a sprinkle of grated cheese if desired.
- Make it Spicy: If you prefer more heat, add a dash of hot sauce or extra chili powder to the sauce.