Sweet and Cheesy Jollibee-Style Filipino Spaghetti
Sweet and Cheesy Jollibee-Style Filipino Spaghetti is a beloved dish that combines the flavors of sweet and savory to create a unique and delicious meal. This dish is inspired by the popular Filipino fast food chain Jollibee, which is known for its delicious spaghetti. The dish starts with a base of spaghetti noodles that are cooked al dente and then mixed with a sweet and savory sauce made from a combination of tomato sauce, sugar, and banana ketchup. This sauce provides the perfect balance of sweetness and acidity, making it a perfect complement to the spaghetti noodles. But what really sets this dish apart is the addition of cheese. A generous amount of grated cheddar cheese is added to the spaghetti, giving it a creamy and cheesy texture. The cheese also helps to balance out the sweetness of the sauce, making it a truly irresistible dish.

How to make Jollibee-style spaghetti

To make this dish, you will need: -1 pound of spaghetti noodles -1 cup of tomato sauce -1/2 cup of sugar -1/4 cup of banana ketchup -1 cup of grated cheddar cheese Start by cooking the spaghetti noodles according to package instructions. Drain the noodles and set them aside. In a pan, combine the tomato sauce, sugar, and banana ketchup. Cook over medium heat until the sugar has dissolved and the sauce has thickened. Add the cooked spaghetti noodles to the pan and toss until they are fully coated with the sauce. Remove the pan from heat and add the grated cheddar cheese. Toss the spaghetti until the cheese has melted and fully coated the noodles. Serve the Sweet and Cheesy Jollibee-Style Filipino Spaghetti hot and enjoy it as a main course or a side dish. It can also be garnished with chopped green onions or sliced hotdogs. This dish is a perfect representation of Filipino cuisine and its unique blend of sweet and savory flavors. It is a comfort food that will bring a smile to everyone's face. It's perfect for any occasion, whether it's a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. So, give it a try and you'll be hooked on this sweet and cheesy dish.
Servings: 1 yield(s)
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Ingredients
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 medium-sized onion (chopped)
  • 1 medium-sized red bell pepper (or yellow bell pepper) (finely chopped)
  • 6 hotdogs (beef weiners) (chopped diagonally)
  • 2 tbsp cooking oil
  • 1/4 kg ground beef (or pork)
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp ground black pepper
  • 1 kg sweet spaghetti sauce (Sweet Filipino Spaghetti Sauce)
  • 1/2 cup banana ketchup (optional)
  • 1/2 cup tomato ketchup
  • 1/2 cup condensed milk
  • 1/2 kg spaghetti noodles
Instructions
  1. In a large pot over medium heat with cooking oil, add onion and sauté until it becomes translucent.
  2. Add garlic and sauté until it turns light golden brown.
  3. Add red bell pepper and sauté until it released its juice.
  4. Add hotdogs and stir fry for 2 - 3 minutes.
  5. Add ground beef, salt and pepper to taste. Stir fry for 3 - 5 minutes or until the meat is no longer pink.
  6. Add sweet spaghetti sauce into the pot.
  7. Add banana ketchup and stir.
  8. Add tomato ketchup and stir.
  9. Add condensed milk and stir.
  10. Leave it simmering 10 - 12 minutes.
  11. Cook spaghetti noodles according to package instructions.
  12. Pour over freshly cooked spaghetti noodles and top with loads of cheddar cheese. Enjoy!