Alicia Burton
@aliciabakerburton
Toasted Fideo Pasta with Tomato Sauce
This delicious toasted fideo pasta is a quick and easy dish that combines the rich flavors of tomato sauce and spices. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, it’s both satisfying and flavorful, making it a great choice for pasta lovers.
Details
- Cuisine:mexican
- Diet:vegetarian
- Difficulty:medium
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Occasion:thanksgiving
- Ingredients:7
- Views:5
Recipe Information
- Prep time15 min.
- Cook time20 min.
- Total time35 min.
- Servings4
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons
- 1 (8 ounce) package
- 1 1/2 cups, divided
- 1 (8 ounce) can, divided
- 1 tablespoon
- 1/2 teaspoon
- 1/2 teaspoon
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Toasted Fideo Pasta with Tomato Sauce.
Step 1
Begin by assembling all the essential ingredients for your dish.
Step 2
In a medium saucepan, warm the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
Step 3
Introduce the fideo pasta, stirring frequently until it achieves a delightful golden brown hue, signaling that it’s perfectly toasted.
Step 4
Next, pour in one cup of water along with half of the tomato sauce, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully.
Step 5
Season this mixture with chili powder, ground cumin, and garlic salt, ensuring everything is well combined for a burst of flavor.
Step 6
Bring the concoction to a lively boil, then let it simmer until most of the liquid has evaporated, creating a rich base.
Step 7
Now, add the remaining half cup of water and the rest of the tomato sauce.
Step 8
Cover the saucepan, reduce the heat to medium, and let it cook until the fideo is tender and the sauce thickens, which should take about ten minutes.
Step 9
Enjoy the delightful aroma as it fills your kitchen, a sure sign that a delicious meal is on the way!.