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Delicious and Easy Pasta Recipe Halal for Every Food Lover

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Learn how to make delicious pasta recipe halal. Easy recipe with step-by-step instructions.

Ingredients

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  • 12 ounces penne or your favorite pasta (gluten-free pasta works too)
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 pound ground halal beef or ground turkey (substitute with plant-based ground if preferred)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for a little heat)
  • 1 (14-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium beef or vegetable broth
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley or cilantro, for garnish
  • Grated Parmesan cheese or a halal-friendly cheese alternative (optional)

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to the package directions until al dente, usually about 9-11 minutes. Drain and set aside, reserving about 1/2 cup of the pasta water.
  2. While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent and soft, about 5 minutes. This step reminds me of watching Mama Lu sweat onions low and slow, coaxing out every bit of sweetness.
  3. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to let it burn. Garlic has this way of filling a kitchen with warmth—the kind that makes you want to pull up a chair and stay awhile.
  4. Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground halal meat to the skillet. Use a wooden spoon to break it apart, stirring often until browned and cooked through, about 7-8 minutes. If you’re using plant-based ground, cook according to package instructions.
  5. Sprinkle in the cumin, smoked paprika, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir well to coat the meat evenly with the spices. These spices give the dish a subtle smoky depth that feels cozy, like wrapping yourself in a soft blanket on a cool mountain evening.
  6. Pour in the crushed tomatoes and broth, stirring to combine. Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer gently for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally. This slow simmer is where everything melds together, much like the slow Sunday pot roasts Mama Lu would make that fed the whole family and lasted for days.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste. If the sauce feels too thick, stir in some reserved pasta water a little at a time until it reaches your desired consistency.
  8. Add the cooked pasta directly into the skillet with the sauce, tossing carefully to coat every piece. This last step is always my favorite—the moment everything comes together, simple ingredients transformed into something comforting and familiar.
  9. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley or cilantro and a sprinkle of Parmesan or your favorite halal-friendly cheese, if you like. Mama Lu always said, “A little green and a little cheese make everything better.” I couldn’t agree more.

Find it online: https://claracooking.com/pasta-recipe-halal/