Fried Spaghetti
Fried spaghetti is a crispy and flavorful dish made with leftover spaghetti and your favorite toppings! This quick and easy meal is perfect for a weeknight dinner. It is crispy, creamy, and delicious!
Servings 4 servings
Ingredients
- 8 oz whole wheat spaghetti
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 bell pepper thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs such as oregano, basil, and thyme
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional, for added heat
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
- chopped fresh parsley optional garnish
Instructions
- First, cook the whole wheat spaghetti according to the package instructions until it is al dente. Drain and rinse it under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set it aside.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the hot oil. Sauté for about 2 to 3 minutes until the onion becomes soft and translucent.
- Add the sliced bell pepper to the skillet. Stir-fry for about 2 to 3 minutes until the vegetables are slightly tender.
- Add the tomato paste, dried Italian herbs, and red pepper flakes (if using) to the skillet. Stir everything together until the ingredients are well coated.
- Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet and toss everything together until the spaghetti and ingredients are well combined.
- Continue stir-frying for another 2 to 3 minutes to heat the spaghetti and blend the flavors.
- Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed.
- Remove the skillet from the heat.
- Finally, serve the fried spaghetti hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
- Feel free to use already cooked leftover spaghetti.
- For a spicy flavor, use the red pepper flakes. Otherwise, omit.
- For extra crispy edges, cook the spaghetti a little longer.
- Store any leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
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Nutrition Facts
Nutrition FactsFried SpaghettiAmount Per ServingCalories 287 Calories from Fat 72% Daily Value*Fat 8g12%Saturated Fat 1g6%Polyunsaturated Fat 1gMonounsaturated Fat 5gSodium 75mg3%Potassium 317mg9%Carbohydrates 49g16%Fiber 2g8%Sugar 3g3%Protein 9g18%Vitamin A 1128IU23%Vitamin C 42mg51%Calcium 38mg4%Iron 3mg17%* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.