A new twist on a classic dish. Chinese Spaghetti and Meatballs is an Asian-Italian fusion pasta recipe.
Juicy pork meatballs, a spicy Asian sauce, sautéed mushrooms, and classic spaghetti noodles. Better than take-out!
We love playing in the kitchen creating great-tasting fusion food. Greek nachos are a prime example. Moroccan lamb egg rolls are a delicious twist too.
Who doesn’t love a great spaghetti and meatball dinner? I know it is always a favourite around here.
There are many wonderful variations for this classic meal. So many ways to make the sauce. Different meats to make the wonderful juicy meatballs, and of course your choice of pasta. I think you can pretty well make classic spaghetti and meatballs different every time.
RECIPE and INSTRUCTIONS for Asian spaghetti and meatballs can be found at the bottom of this post.
For this Chinese pasta recipe, I decided to make pork meatballs. There are lots of Chinese recipes that incorporate chicken, so I wanted to switch it up.
The regular tomato sauce was replaced with a sweet and spicy chili sauce, and I also sautéed some fresh mushrooms for some added texture and flavour.
This Asian Spaghetti Recipe Needs:
- ground pork
- sliced white bread
- Worcestershire sauce
- salt
- pepper
- garlic
- sweet Thai chili sauce
- soy sauce
- Sriracha sauce
- red chili paste
- honey
- garlic powder
- pasta
- olive oil
- Agave
- dry white wine
- rice wine vinegar
- cornstarch
- sesame oil
- fresh mushrooms
- garnish like pea shoots, sesame seeds, or peanuts (optional)
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Making Chinese Spaghetti and Meatballs
This easy noodle recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner. There are a few steps, but nothing is difficult. Full instructions can be found in the recipe card.
Step One: Making the Pork Meatballs
- Combine the meatball ingredients in a bowl.
- Shape into balls (about the size of golf balls).
- Bake in the oven for about 30 minutes.
- Remove from oven, and drain on paper towels to remove excess fat.
Step Two: Making The Spicy Asian Sauce
- Combine all the meatball sauce ingredients in a bowl.
- Add the cooked meatballs and toss.
Step Three: Preparing the Chinese Noodles
- Whisk the sauce ingredients in a small bowl.
- Cook the pasta according to the package directions.
- Drain and add a touch of oil.
- Heat the sauce in a wok or skillet.
- Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer until thickened.
- Add the drained pasta noodles and toss.
Step Four: Mushrooms and Garnish
- You can totally omit this step if you like. However, it does add to the dish.
- Thinly slice the fresh mushrooms.
- Cook in a small pan with a bit of oil.
Now it’s time to eat. Plate the spaghetti into serving bowls. Top with several meatballs. Garnish. Dig in.
Suggestions/Recipe Tips
Pasta – I used spaghetti noodles, but feel free to use any type of pasta you like. Rice noodles or soba noodles would be delicious too.
Meatballs – are made from pork, but beef, chicken, and turkey are great alternatives.
Vegetables/Garnish – if mushrooms are not your thing, try some grated carrots or green onion. Peanuts and sesame seeds are also delicious.
Spices/Seasonings – easily adjusted to your liking. Make it as spicy as you like, or not at all.
Storage – make lots, this recipe keeps several days in the fridge. Perfect for another meal during the week. Store in a sealed container. Reheat in a covered dish at a moderate temperature in the oven.
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Chinese Spaghetti and Meatballs
Ingredients
For the Pork Meatballs:
- 24 ounces ground pork
- 2 slices white bread (no crust and soaked in water just enough to cover the bread)
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons Thai sweet red chili sauce
For the Meatball Sauce:
- 4 tablespoons organic soy sauce
- 1 tablespoons Sriracha sauce
- 2 tablespoons red chili paste
- 3 tablespoons raw organic honey
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
For the Spaghetti:
- 16 ounces pasta (spaghetti or linguini)
- 1 teaspoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons Agave nectar
- 3 tablespoons red chili sauce
- ½ cup organic soy sauce
- ½ cup water
- ½ cup dry white wine
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 6 fresh mushrooms (sliced)
Instructions
To make the Meatball Sauce:
- Combine all ingredients in a bowl.
- Set aside till ready to use.
To make the Meatballs:
- Preheat oven to 400º F and get a pan/dish ready and set aside.
- Combine all the meatball ingredients together, but DO NOT over mix.
- Shape into balls (about the size of a golf ball) and place in prepared pan/dish.
- Bake in oven for about 30 minutes until browned and cooked through.
- Remove from oven, cool slightly and place meatballs on paper towel to drain any excess fat.
- Combine the sauce with the meatballs and set aside.
To make the Spaghetti:
- Bring a large pot of water to boil.
- When it is boiling, season water with salt and cook pasta according to package directions.
- While pasta is cooking get the sauce ready by combing all ingredients except olive oil and garlic.
- In a wok heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.
- Add sauce mixture and cook till thickened (about 2 minutes).
- Drain cooked pasta and add to sauce in wok.
- Sauté the fresh mushrooms in a bit of olive oil in a shallow fry pan.
When ready to serve:
- Place some of the pasta from the wok into a serving bowl.
- Top with 3-4 meatballs that are covered in sauce.
- Add some mushrooms to the bowl.
- Garnish (I used fresh pea shoots).
- ENJOY!!
Ann
Chinese spaghetti and meatballs sounds like a great twist on the usual spaghetti. It sounds delicious! Excited to give this recipe a try!
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
I hope your family loves this Chinese spaghetti and meatballs as much as we do.
Linda
This dish reminded me of my favorite lo mein meals. It’s a great way to switch up spaghetti and meatballs. Love all the flavors and how quick it is to throw together. Great for busy weeknights.
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
I agree, it does have the taste of lo mein.
Natalie
As my kids don’t like mushrooms, I added some grated carrots and it was delicious. My kids approved your meatballs, thanks!
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
The meatballs in this Chinese spaghetti are delicious I have to agree.
Megan
I love Asian noodle dinners, my favorite. I’m excited to make this beautiful recipe with yummy pork! Thank for the fun new recipe.
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
You are welcome. ENJOY!
Ann
This sounds delicious! Love the idea of adding Chinese in with the usual spaghetti and noodles! Excited to give this one a try!
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
My family loves this fusion spaghetti dinner.
Brianna May
This is such a fun twist of a classic dish! My family absolutely loved it and helped get me out of my recipe rut. Highly recommend!
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
This Chinese spaghetti recipe is a fun twist on the classic.
Liza
Love this delicious Asian twist on a classic recipe. The flavors are amazing, and this recipe will be on permanent meal rotation at our house because everyone devours it!
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
We love this Asian version of spaghetti and meatballs too. So glad your family enjoyed it.
Beth
This recipe is so delicious. It has all my favorite Asian flavors with a twist that I’ve never seen before. I love this one.
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
This fusion of spaghetti and meatballs is a keeper in our house too.
Suja md
This looks amazing and such a treat! Thank you!
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
You are very welcome. Enjoy!
Sue
I’ve pretty much never met a meatball I didn’t love, and this is such a creative recipe ~ can’t wait to try it 🙂
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
If you love meatballs, you will love the pork meatballs in this Chinese spaghetti.
Nikki
I am loving this Asian fusion pasta dish. The flavors are incredible. Like that I can use chicken meatballs if I’d like. Just a fabulous meal.
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
You can make the meatballs with whatever meat you like. Enjoy this fun fusion recipe.
Jerika
I love meatballs!:) Chinese Spaghetti and Meatballs is a great combo, I love it! So delicious and my kids loved it too. Thanks!:)
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
This fusion recipe for spaghetti and meatballs is loved by adults and kids for sure.
Nancy
This is such an easy weekend meal that’s so flavorful too. It would also be great for dinner guests.
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
We love this fusion spaghetti. The best of both worlds.
Stephanie
Have to try this – I love pasta and anything Asian. This flavor pairing looks great!
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
This Chinese spaghetti is a favourite in our house. Love the meatballs and soy sauce dressing.
Sharon
Omgsh YES to this sauce! I love a good sweet and spicy sauce and this hits all the marks. Fun fusion dish! Thanks Gloria. 🙂
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
The sauce really is amazing. This is such a fun twist on spaghetti and meatballs.