Tahdig Hack – Persian Macaroni with Potato Tahdig


By Orly Elyashar – My Ghost Host on Social Medi


Sorry Italians. Persians just can’t leave good enough alone. I’d like to share a life hack!

Cook your meat sauce, your spaghetti. Reserve some of your plain spaghetti. Mix the rest with your meat sauce.

In a RICE COOKER, pour enough oil to cover the bottom (be generous). A bit of saffron water and salt. Lay your 1 inch potato on the bottom with. Pour PLAIN spaghetti on top of potatoes followed by spaghetti/meat mix. Cover with paper towel, lid, and cook for 30-35 minutes. Carefully flip. Enjoy!!

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Classic Spaghetti

Ingredients:

200g (7 oz) dried spaghetti

Instructions:

Boil the pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add spaghetti and cook until al dente (about 8–10 minutes). Drain, reserving ½ cup of pasta water.

Simple Meat Sauce for Spaghetti

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef

• 1 small onion, finely chopped

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce

• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes

• 2 tbsp tomato paste

• 1 tsp dried oregano

• 1 tsp dried basil

• Salt and pepper to taste

• Optional: pinch of sugar to balance acidity

Instructions:

1. Sauté aromatics: In a large skillet, cook chopped onion and garlic over medium heat until softened.

2. Brown the beef: Add ground beef and cook until browned and crumbly. Drain excess fat if needed.

3. Add tomatoes: Stir in tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, and tomato paste.

4. Season: Add oregano, basil, salt, pepper, and a pinch of sugar if desired.

5. Simmer: Reduce heat and let simmer uncovered for 20–30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

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