Pasta, the heavenly Italian delight screams yummilicious from miles away. Drenched in mouthwatering marinara or cheesy white or zesty pesto sauce, it is a culinary favourite amongst people of all ages. So much so that there is a day to celebrate it. National Pasta Day is observed on October 17 in the U.S. Indian-American actress and author Padma Lakshmi decided to mark the day on a foodilicious note. How do we know this? Well, her Instagram post is proof. In the snapshot, the diva can be spotted, sitting comfortably on a bed, relishing a plate of pasta the desi way. She ditched the fork and decided to dive into her pasta using her hands like a true Indian. Her caption gave us a peek into a delightful exchange with her 13-year-old daughter, Krishna Thea Lakshmi: “Krishna, barging into my room: Mom, it’s #NationalPastaDay! Me: Way ahead of you kid.”
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After seeing Padma Lakshmi’s post, you’re probably craving some pasta too. Worry not, we have some desi pasta recipes that you can whip up in your kitchen.
Here Are 5 Indian-Style Pasta Recipes You Must Try:
1. Desi-Style Butter Masala Pasta
A delightful fusion of classic Italian pasta with rich, creamy Indian butter masala sauce, this dish is a burst of flavours that’ll leave you craving for more. Click here for the recipe.
2. Indian-Style Masala Macaroni
With a spicy twist on macaroni, this dish brings together the comfort of mac and the bold flavours of Indian spices for a taste that is uniquely satisfying. Recipe here.
3. Tandoori Chicken Pasta
Perfect for meat lovers, this pasta combines tender tandoori chicken with pasta, creating a smoky, savoury treat that will surely tantalise your taste buds. Want the recipe? Click here.
4. Goda Masala Pasta
Giving a South Indian touch to pasta; goda masala adds a warm and aromatic spice blend to your dish and infuses it with an authentic desi flair. Detailed recipe here.
5. Red Sauce Pasta
With tangy tomato sauce and various ingredients, it is a go-to comfort food that never goes out of style. Click here and get the recipe.
Give these recipes a try and savour the taste they bring to your plate.