fried spaghetti

Not sure what to do with those leftover spaghetti noodles? If you haven’t fried your noodles in a rich tomato sauce and savory Parmesan cheese, then you’re seriously missing out. You know what they say, if it ain’t broke don’t fix it, fry it!

Fried Spaghetti

tomato sauce

spaghetti noodles

Parmesan cheese

Place cooked spaghetti noodles in a skillet on medium-high heat.

Add three 6 oz. cans of tomato sauce and one cup of Parmesan cheese to skillet. Mix and fry thoroughly. Enjoy!

The most fabulous fried pasta meal is this fried spaghetti. Crispy but delicate noodles are topped with a savory homemade tomato sauce and creamy cheeses. It's a delectable take on a typical spaghetti dish that the entire family will enjoy. And, best of all, it just takes around 30 minutes to put together!
Fried Spaghetti at its Best
While this is not a "healthy" vegetarian dinner, a bit of what you want now and then isn't going to hurt you. For example, suppose you enjoy spaghetti but are weary of the traditional boiling noodles and sauce combination. In that case, this fried spaghetti dish is for you.

This fried spaghetti dish is, first and foremost, a comfort food meal. It also is:

 	The perfect hangover recipe
 	The greatest hangry meal
 	The just-plain-fed-up dish
 	This is the ultimate vegetarian-food-is-amazing-and-it's-not-just-salad dish

All of this with oozy, gooey, cheesy spaghetti parts mixed in with crispy bits? Please, yes! It's carb and fat nirvana.

This dish, like other comfort food recipes, is inspired by your childhood meals or your heritage.


How to make the Ultimate Fried Spaghetti?
This cheesy fried spaghetti is a simple dish, but I'll go through it in depth here and provide the information on the process so you can refer back to it if you have any questions.

To begin, boil the water in the saucepan for the spaghetti, keeping in mind that it will boil quicker if you cover the pot and sprinkle in some salt. You can also use leftover noodles. Simply heat them in the microwave for up to 2.5 minutes with a tablespoon of water before tossing them into the pan later to soften them up a little bit.

After that, cut your onions. I always do this with the extractor fan on so that my eyes aren't irritated. Next, seed and cut the tomatoes, and grate the cheese after that.

I suggest using cheddar cheese, but you may use any strong hard cheese such as jack, Colby, or gouda, and if you're feeling brave and want something new and exciting, try using Pecorino Romano.&nbsp;

In a large frying pan, heat the olive oil using high heat, making sure it's nonstick. Toss in the onions and combine. You'll cook the onions for approximately five to eight minutes until golden brown, as seen in picture one below. Still, you'll need to move them frequently to keep them from sticking and burning.

When the water begins to boil, add the noodles to the saucepan. Set a timer for 10-11 minutes when it returns to a boil and allow it to simmer (stirring every now and then to detach the strands).

Keep turning the onions until they're golden brown. Then add the tomatoes and a teaspoon of salt (as seen in image #2 above) and reduce the heat to medium-high.

Stir well to combine the onion and tomato combination and simmer for approximately five minutes, stirring occasionally, or until the tomatoes have broken up and resemble image number three above.
Frying Spaghetti
When the pasta is al dente, drain thoroughly and combine with the tomatoes and onions in the pan (image number four). Mix the spaghetti with the olive oil, tomatoes, and onions to coat it evenly.

Increase the heat to high and top the spaghetti with a third of the grated cheese (see image number one below). Toss the spaghetti with the sauce quickly before this begins to melt, then set aside for two minutes.

This is when the fun starts. The cheese begins to melt through all of the spaghetti, resulting in crispy spaghetti and cheese crumbs on the bottom.

After two minutes, add a third of the cheese and mix once more. Allow it to rest for another two minutes, making sure to pull any crispy parts away from the bottom so they don't burn. Top with the remaining third of the cheese, allowing it to settle for another two minutes.

Your spaghetti should resemble the second image in the photo above. Finished!

For me, combining the cheese three times and allowing the cheesy spaghetti to rest and fry for two minutes each time provides the ideal ratio of creamy goodness to crackling cheesy spaghetti parts. But if you want it crunchier, you may let it cook&nbsp;a little longer. Similarly, if you want it less crispy, allow it to sit for a shorter period.
How do you store Fried Spaghetti?
If there are any extras, store them in the fridge in an airtight container for up to five days. To reheat, fill the container halfway with water, shake it, and microwave on high for two and a half minutes. This meal should not be frozen since the spaghetti becomes rubbery.

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Ingredients

 	Freshly ground black pepper
 	1 tsp salt
 	4 tablespoons olive oil
 	2 medium onions
 	6 large tomatoes
 	5 oz cheddar cheese (300g)
 	5 oz spaghetti (500g)

Directions

 	Bring the water to a boil for the spaghetti and season generously with salt. Prepare all of your ingredients. Cut the onions, tomatoes (seeded and chopped), and cheese (grated).
 	In a big pan or wok, warm the olive oil on high. Add the chopped onions when it's boiling.
 	Cook the onions for around 5-8 minutes, stirring constantly. They should begin to brown evenly at this point.
 	Toss in the chopped tomatoes and season with salt. Reduce the temperature to medium-high. Now is the time to add your spaghetti to the saucepan with the water and simmer for 10-11 minutes.
 	Mix the tomato-onion combination often, ensuring nothing burns, for about 5 minutes, or until the tomatoes have broken down.
 	Strain the pasta and drop it into the heated pan with the tomatoes and onions as soon as possible. Increase the heat to high. To fully mix and cover the spaghetti with the&nbsp;tomatoes and onions sauce, use spaghetti tongs.
 	Add a third of the cheddar and stir thoroughly with tongs once more. Allow it to rest for two minutes without mixing to crisp up the bottom parts.
 	Pour in the remaining third of the cheese and set aside for two minutes without mixing. Repeat with&nbsp;the last&nbsp;third of the shredded cheddar. Test if it's crunchy enough to your preference after the last two minutes of grilling. If you want it crispier, stir the spaghetti once more and set it aside until it's crispy enough for you.
 	Add salt to taste with salt and&nbsp;pepper. Enjoy!

Notes: You can use another sharp hard cheese in place of the cheddar, such as jack, Colby, Edam, aged gouda, Emmental, or Pecorino Romano.

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Ultimate Fried Spaghetti Recipe

black pepper

salt

olive oil

onions

tomatoes

oz cheddar cheese (300 grams)

oz spaghetti (500 grams)

Bring the water to a boil for the spaghetti and season generously with salt. Prepare all of your ingredients. Cut the onions, tomatoes (seeded and chopped), and cheese (grated). In a big pan or wok, warm the olive oil on high. Add the chopped onions when it's boiling. Cook the onions for around 5-8 minutes, stirring constantly. They should begin to brown evenly at this point. Toss in the chopped tomatoes and season with salt. Reduce the temperature to medium-high. Now is the time to add your spaghetti to the saucepan with the water and simmer for 10-11 minutes. Mix the tomato-onion combination often, ensuring nothing burns, for about 5 minutes, or until the tomatoes have broken down. Strain the pasta and drop it into the heated pan with the tomatoes and onions as soon as possible. Increase the heat to high. To fully mix and cover the spaghetti with the tomatoes and onions sauce, use spaghetti tongs. Add a third of the cheddar and stir thoroughly with tongs once more. Allow it to rest for two minutes without mixing to crisp up the bottom parts. Pour in the remaining third of the cheese and set aside for two minutes without mixing. Repeat with the last third of the shredded cheddar. Test if it's crunchy enough to your preference after the last two minutes of grilling. If you want it crispier, stir the spaghetti once more and set it aside until it's crispy enough for you. Add salt to taste with salt and pepper. Enjoy!

Ready in under half an hour, this easy cheesy fried spaghetti coated in a quick luscious sauce of tomatoes and onions is flavor-city!

Easy Fried Spaghetti

spaghetti (500 grams)

cheddar cheese (300 grams)

Put the water on to boil for the...

Put the water on to boil for the spaghetti and salt with a heavy pinch of salt. Prep your ingredients (chop the onions, seed and chop the tomatoes, grate the cheese).

Add the olive oil to a large non-stick...

Add the olive oil to a large non-stick frying pan or wok and heat on high. When it's sizzling hot, add the chopped onions.

Stir the onions quite frequently, for about 5-8...

Stir the onions quite frequently, for about 5-8 minutes. They should start to brown evenly. 

Add the chopped tomatoes and the salt. Turn...

Add the chopped tomatoes and the salt. Turn the heat down to medium-high. (you can probably add your spaghetti to the pot with water now and cook for 10-11 minutes).

Stir the tomato-onion mixture often, making sure nothing...

Stir the tomato-onion mixture often, making sure nothing burns until the tomatoes are broken down (about 5 minutes).

Drain the spaghetti and quickly add to the...

Drain the spaghetti and quickly add to the hot pan with the tomatoes and onions. Turn the heat up to high. Use spaghetti tongs to thoroughly mix and coat the spaghetti with the broken down tomatoes and onions.

Add in a third of the cheddar and...

Add in a third of the cheddar and use the tongs again to mix thoroughly. Let it sit for two minutes without stirring to crisp up some of the bits on the bottom.

Add in another third of the cheese, toss...

Add in another third of the cheese, toss well, and leave two minutes without stirring. Repeat with the final third of the grated cheddar. After the final two minutes of cooking, check if it's crispy enough to your liking. If you'd like it crispier, toss the spaghetti again and leave to sit until it's crispy enough to your liking.

Test for salt and season to taste with...

Test for salt and season to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Enjoy!

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This delicious easy fried spaghetti is the ultimate vegetarian comfort food. Fry up onions and tomatoes, toss with al-dente spaghetti, add cheese, mix, and let sit for a few minutes so the top gets all creamy and melted while the bottom gets crispy. Divine!

Easy Fried Spaghetti Recipe with Cheese

Got leftover spaghetti? This is the pasta dish for you! In just 15 minutes you can make this super tasty fried spaghetti with green curry, coconut milk, chicken and veggies. A delicious weeknight dinner with a spicy kick!And yes, you can totally make it without leftover pasta as well.

Fried Spaghetti with Chicken &amp; Green Curry

spaghetti (cooked according to package instructions)

Tbsp oil

lb chicken thigh filets (cut in bite-size pieces)

Tbsp green curry paste (or more or less to taste)

red bell pepper (cut in ½-inch pieces)

zucchini (cut in ½-inch pieces)

Tbsp fish sauce

Tbsp brown sugar

coconut milk

leaves basil (chopped)

chicken

Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat, then add the chicken. Sear until done on the outside, 3-5 minutes.

curry

Push the chicken to one side and add the green curry paste to the other. Fry the curry paste for 1 minute before mixing in with the chicken.

veggies

Add bell pepper and zucchini and mix well, cook for 2 minutes.

spaghetti

Add spaghetti, mix well, and cook for 2 minutes.

sugar

Mix fish sauce with brown sugar and add to the skillet, followed by coconut milk. Mix well and cook 1 minute.

done

Remove from the heat and mix in the chopped Thai basil. Serve!

This fried spaghetti is the ultimate fried pasta dish. It has crispy yet tender noodles, a flavorful homemade tomato sauce, and melty cheese on top. It's delicious a twist on a classic spaghetti dinner that the whole family is sure to love. And best of all, it comes together in about 30 minutes!

Fried Spaghetti | The Best Easy Spaghetti Recipe

onion,

garlic, finely minced

(450 grams) ground beef

oregano

parsley

basil

red pepper flakes

Salt and pepper

(600 milliliters) tomato sauce

oz (300 milliliters) crushed tomato

oz (400 grams) spaghetti

(50 grams) Parmesan cheese, shredded

(70 grams) Mozzarella cheese, shredded

Heat olive oil in a large cast-iron skillet...

Heat olive oil in a large cast-iron skillet and sauté onion and garlic until translucent. Add ground beef, seasonings, and spices and cook until the meat has browned and cooked through. 

Stir in tomato sauce and crushed tomatoes and...

Stir in tomato sauce and crushed tomatoes and cook for another 20 minutes on medium heat until it thickens a bit, then set aside.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).

Cook spaghetti or pasta of your choice according...

Cook spaghetti or pasta of your choice according to package directions. 

Drain the spaghetti - saving one ladle of...

Drain the spaghetti - saving one ladle of the pasta water -and pour the spaghetti and the ladle of water into the skillet. Carefully mix everything until combined.

Sprinkle both cheeses over the pasta and transfer...

Sprinkle both cheeses over the pasta and transfer the skillet into the oven. 

Bake for about 10 minutes until the cheese...

Bake for about 10 minutes until the cheese is melted. Sprinkle with some fresh parsley and serve. 

Fried Spaghetti! This stir fried spaghetti recipe is easy, quick and absolutely delicious. Ready in 20 minutes, this spaghetti recipe makes for great dinner.

Spaghetti

Mixed peppers (red, green and yellow bell peppers (sliced))

Mixed vegetables (Carrot, peas, sweetcorn)

300 g Shrimp

Onion (Chopped)

Garlic (Minced)

tspn Black pepper

tbsp Soy sauce

thyme

Curry powder

Cup Spring Onions (chopped)

Cup Vegetable Oil

Salt

Seasoning cube

Add water in a pot and put on stove. Add a tablespoon of vegetable oil and leave to boil before adding salt and spaghetti.

Cook for 15 minutes or till spaghetti is cooked aldente. Drain and set aside

Put a wok or pan on stove, add the remaining vegetable oil then add prawns/shrimps.

Fry the prawns for 3 minutes before adding garlic, onions, mixed vegetables, mixed peppers and spring onions.

Add seasoning cubes, curry powder, dried thyme and soy sauce then add in the cooked spaghetti.

Stir and mix well before taking off heat. Best served warm.

Fried Spaghetti Recipe with Leftover Pasta is the perfect way to use your leftover pasta al sugo (tomato sauce). An easy under 30 minute meal. Baked spaghetti is crispy on the exterior and soft on the interior flavored with a natural homemade tomato and basil sauce and plenty of parmigiano and mozarella cheese for a cheesy topping!

Fried Spaghetti Recipe with Leftover Pasta

recipe Classic Italian Tomato Sauce

350 gr spaghetti pasta

eggs (room temperature)

parmigiano (or Parmesan cheese,

mozzarella cheese

Black pepper

basil (garnish)

Special Note: If you are using leftover spaghetti with tomato sauce you can skip steps 1 and 2. You will want to heat your leftover pasta about 30 seconds in the microwave to soften it enough to mix with the egg mixture. 

Make your sugo al pomodoro sauce or, classic Italian tomato sauce, as directed in the recipe. Set aside.

Next, boil water in a pot on your stovetop - cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions. Mix with your spaghetti with your prepared sauce. Let cool a bit, so you don't get scrambled eggs when adding the egg mixture.

Make your egg mixture by combining the parmigiano cheese (parmesan), black pepper, and eggs in a small mixing bowl. Whisk until smooth and combined. 

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. 

Next, combine the egg mixture to the cooked spaghetti and sauce. Gently toss to combine. Set aside. Heat oven safe skillet to medium- high heat.  Add olive oil- heat a few minutes until oil is hot. Add spaghetti and egg mixture to skillet. 

Before baking, sprinkle with extra parmigiano and the mozzarella cheese on top of the pasta. Then transfer the skillet or baking dish into the oven and bake for about 15 minutes until the cheese is melty and bubbling.

Once your fried spaghetti is ready, take it out of the oven, sprinkle with fresh basil, and serve hot. Mangia!

Nostalgic childhood meal that everyone loves! Highly recommend. Super easy to make.

Fry your leftover spaghetti for a super easy, quick and delicious meal! Just add fontina and parmesan, fry in a little butter to get crispy edges and crispy cheese then top with fresh basil for a yummy meal that the whole family will love!

Easy Fried Spaghetti Recipe

spaghetti (dry)

water (for boiling pasta)

tbsp kosher salt (for pasta water)

olive oil (for pasta water)

garlic (minced)

½ tsp kosher salt

¼ tsp coarse ground black pepper

¼ tsp crushed red pepper

oz marinara sauce (I use Rao's)

oz fontina (shredded)

unsalted butter

¾ oz fresh basil (chiffonade)

Bring the water, salt and oil to a boil then add the spaghetti noodles and cook according to package instructions for al dente noodles

Drain and set to the side

Cooking the Spaghetti

Heat a drizzle of olive oil over low heat in the same pot the noodles were cooked in. Add the garlic and stir around until fragrant, about 20 seconds

Add the salt, oregano, black and red pepper. Stir another 20 seconds

Add the jar of sauce and mix well then mix in the cooked spaghetti. Remove from the heat

Making the Sauce

Mix both shredded cheeses into the spaghetti

Adding Cheese

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat just until hot then turn heat to medium. Melt butter then add spaghetti in one even layer across the bottom of the pan

Fry for 3-4 minutes then flip and repeat to the second side

Serve spaghetti on a plate and top with fresh basil. Serve immediately

Frying the Spaghetti

This recipe is great made from start to finish or using leftover spaghetti. The little brown crispy bits are the best

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