Filipino-style Spaghetti is a beloved dish in the Philippines, known for its sweet and savory sauce made with tomato sauce, ketchup, ground meat, and hot dogs. It’s a comforting meal often served at birthdays, family gatherings, and special occasions. The unique blend of sweetness from banana ketchup and richness from cheese makes it stand out from traditional Italian spaghetti.
Ingredients:
- 500 g (1 lb) spaghetti noodles
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) cooking oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 500 g (1 lb) ground beef or pork
- 1 cup (250 ml) banana ketchup (or regular ketchup if unavailable)
- 1 ½ cups (375 ml) tomato sauce
- 2 tablespoons (30 g) tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon (15 g) sugar (adjust to taste)
- ½ teaspoon (2.5 g) ground black pepper
- 1 cup (250 ml) water or beef broth
- 4-5 hot dogs, sliced diagonally
- 1 cup (100 g) grated cheddar cheese (plus extra for topping)
- Salt, to taste