Italian Sausage & Banana Ketchup? My Spicy Filipino Spaghetti Recipe ???????? - Video

Most expats are shocked by the idea of Filipino sweet spaghetti with banana ketchup, but I’ve learned how to embrace it, with just a few spicy adjustments. In this video, I share my personal take on the classic Filipino spaghetti, swapping the traditional hotdogs for ground Italian sausage and adding a kick of heat.
Here I explain how you can balance that famous sweetness with some savory depth. I break down my specific decisions in the kitchen, including:

Why I use Italian Sausage and how I manage the extra grease (rendering fat is key!).
The delicate heat control needed for banana ketchup sauce so it doesn't burn or flatten.
How I use jalapeño and red pepper flakes to counterbalance the sugar without overpowering the Filipino flavor.

If you are an expat missing your pasta sauce, or a Filipino curious to see how an American adapts your favorite comfort food, this recipe is for you.

0:00 - Introduction
0:15 - Ingredients
0:52 - Prepping Italian Sausage
1:40 - Starting the Sauce Base
4:09 - Cooking the Pasta
5:10 - Plating Up
5:36 - Taste Test Review

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