Filipino-style spaghetti is a popular party dish known for its unique sweet, savory, and tangy flavors. It’s not your typical spaghetti – it has a rich, slightly sweet sauce loaded with ground meat, sliced hotdogs, and a hint of creamy cheese. The combination of flavors makes this spaghetti super sarap and an all-time Filipino favorite, especially for kids and gatherings.
Ingredients:
- 500g spaghetti noodles
- 2 tablespoons cooking oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 500g ground pork or beef
- 1 cup sliced hotdogs or sausages
- 2 cups Filipino-style spaghetti sauce (or sweet-style pasta sauce)
- 1/2 cup banana ketchup (for extra sweetness)
- 1/4 cup tomato paste (optional, for richer flavor)
- 1/2 cup evaporated milk or all-purpose cream
- 1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese (plus more for topping)
- 2 tablespoons sugar (optional, adjust to taste)
- Salt and pepper, to taste