Ankake Spaghetti: Nagoya-style Thick Sauce Spaghetti (Ankake Spaghetti: Nagoya no Atsugiri Sauce Supageti)

Ankake Spaghetti is a popular dish in Nagoya, Japan, known for its thick and savory sauce that coats the spaghetti noodles. This recipe will guide you through making Nagoya-style Ankake Spaghetti at home, perfect for a comforting and flavorful meal.

Ankake Spaghetti: Nagoya-style Thick Sauce Spaghetti (Ankake Spaghetti: Nagoya no Atsugiri Sauce Supageti)

Ingredients

  • 300g spaghetti noodles
  • 200g ground pork
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, boil water and cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a separate pan, cook the ground pork over medium heat until browned. Add the onion, garlic, and red bell pepper, and cook until the vegetables are tender.
  3. In a bowl, mix together soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, cornstarch, and chicken broth.
  4. Pour the sauce mixture into the pan with the pork and vegetables. Cook until the sauce thickens, then season with salt and pepper.
  5. Add the cooked spaghetti to the pan and toss until the noodles are well coated with the sauce.
  6. Divide the Ankake Spaghetti onto plates and serve hot.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
20 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
400 per serving
Carbohydrates
45g
Protein
12g
Fat
18g

Supplies

Large pot Pan Bowl Whisk Utensils

Tools

Stove Knife Cutting board

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestions: Garnish with chopped green onions or a sprinkle of shichimi togarashi (Japanese seven spice) for an extra kick of flavor.

Tips & tricks

Tips: For a vegetarian version, substitute the ground pork with mushrooms or tofu for a delicious alternative.

Cost

$10