Iftar Special Pasta Recipe 😋 @mukeem03

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil (for sautéing)
• 1 medium Onion (peeled and diced)
• 2 medium Tomato (chopped)
• 1 cup Mixed Vegetables (e.g., carrots, capsicum, peas, broccoli – fresh or frozen)
• 250 grams Pasta (any shape such as penne, fusilli or elbow macaroni)
• 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce (low‑sodium preferred)
• 2 tablespoons Tomato Ketchup (regular)
• 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise (regular, can use vegan mayo)
• 1 teaspoon Peri‑Peri Masala (store‑bought spice blend)
• 0.5 teaspoon Chili Flakes (adjust to heat preference)
• 0.5 teaspoon Dried Oregano (adds herbal note)
• 2 cups Water (for cooking pasta)
• 1 teaspoon Salt (to taste)

Instructions

1. Prep Vegetables

   Peel and dice the onion, chop the tomatoes, and cut the mixed vegetables into bite‑size pieces. Set aside in a bowl.

   Time: PT5M

2. Sauté Onion

   Place the pressure cooker on medium heat, add the oil, then add the diced onion. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion turns golden brown.

   Time: PT3M

   Temperature: Medium heat

3. Add Tomatoes and Veggies

   Add the chopped tomatoes and mixed vegetables to the cooker. Sauté for another 3 minutes until the tomatoes soften and the veg are slightly tender.

   Time: PT3M

   Temperature: Medium heat

4. Add Sauces and Spices

   Stir in soy sauce, tomato ketchup, mayonnaise, peri‑peri masala, chili flakes and dried oregano. Mix well so everything is evenly coated.

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: Medium heat

5. Add Water and Bring to Simmer

   Pour in 2 cups of water, increase heat slightly and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: Medium‑high heat

6. Cook Pasta Directly in Cooker

   Add the pasta and salt to the simmering liquid. Stir, then cover the cooker (no pressure needed) and cook for 3‑4 minutes, stirring once halfway, until the pasta is al dente and most of the liquid is absorbed.

   Time: PT4M

   Temperature: Medium heat

7. Finish and Serve

   Turn off the heat, let the pasta sit covered for 2 minutes to allow flavors to meld, then give a final stir and serve hot.

   Time: PT2M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

450

Protein

12g

Carbohydrates

70g

Fat

12g

Fiber

5g