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    Fried Spaghetti

    Published: Mar 15, 2022 · Modified: May 18, 2025 by Karin and Ken · This post may contain affiliate links. Leave a Comment

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    This fried spaghetti recipe is light and flavorful. Loaded with fresh ingredients and a rich, but not too heavy sauce, this recipe is winner when you want a great pasta dish that won't weigh you down.

    Overhead shot of fried spaghetti in pan

    I love pasta dishes, but sometimes, I don't want a super heavy sauce. That's why I decided to whip up this recipe that has a sauce that's just right.

    Fried Spaghetti Recipe

    This was inspired by my spaghetti verde pasta recipe on this site and pairs well with these homemade soft fluffy dinner rolls.

    Ingredients

    It only takes a few simple ingredients to make this incredibly easy recipe.

    • Spaghetti noodles
    • Italian sausage
    • Chopped yellow onion
    • Olive oil
    • Salted butter
    • Cracked black pepper
    • Red pepper flakes
    • Heavy cream
    • Minced garlic
    • Parmesan chees block
    • White cheddar cheese block
    • Fresh basil
    • Drained fire roasted diced tomatoes

    See the recipe card at the end of the post for quantities.

    Instructions

    Making this spaghetti dish is just as easy as gathering up the ingredients!

    Step 1: Cook the Spaghetti

    Cook the spaghetti noodles according to the package directions for al dente. Then, drain and set them aside.

    Step 2: Comine Eggs and Heavy Cream

    Whisk the eggs, heavy cream, and minced garlic together, then pour the mixture into the noodles.

    Step 3: Cook the Sausage and Onions

    Remove the casing from the Italian sausage and cut it into small pieces. Then, heat a wok over medium-high heat and add olive oil. Add the sausage and onions and cook for 5 minutes.

    Step 4: Add Spaghetti Noodles

    Add butter to the pan with the sausage and onions. Once the butter is melted, add the spaghetti and stir.

    Step 5: Cook the Spaghetti Mixture

    Season the spaghetti with cracked pepper and red pepper flakes and cook for 3 minutes. Then, add the diced tomatoes, cover with a lid, and cook for 5 minutes.

    Step 6: Add Cheese and Finish the Dish

    Shred the parmesan and cheddar cheeses over the spaghetti and toss them to combine. Then, stir in the chopped basil. Replace the lid, turn off the heat, and let the wok rest on the stove for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped basil and enjoy!

    Hint: Always shred your own cheese whenever possible to avoid additives.

    Closeup shot of forkful of fried spaghetti over more spaghetti

    Substitutions

    Don't have the correct ingredients on hand or want to change something up? Here are some helpful tips for you to change this fried spaghetti recipe.

    • Bottle Mince Garlic - If you don't have fresh garlic, use minced garlic from the spice aisle.
    • Minced Onions - You can use minced onions from the spice aisle in place of chopped onions.
    • Half and Half - If you don't have heavy cream, you can use half and half.

    Variations

    Want to personalize this fried spaghetti recipe? Here are some of my tried and true tips for changing up this recipe.

    • Mild - Omit the red pepper flakes for a mild version of this recipe.
    • Extra Spicy - Use spicy Italian sausage for even more heat and kick.

    If you love recipes like this, you may also enjoy this summer alfredo pasta recipe. Also, the meat and pasta recipes found on that list are some of the best out there(if I do say so myself) and they're definitely worth checking out!

    Storage

    Store leftovers in an air-tight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. For longer storage, you can freeze this dish in an air-tight, freezer-safe container or heavy-duty freezer bag for up to 3 months.

    Fried Spaghetti Tips

    Although this is a simple recipe, I have a couple of tips here to make it even easier.

    • Always shred your own cheese whenever possible. Pre-packaged shredded cheese is loaded with additives.
    • Cut the sausage into chunks with a knife rather than pulling it apart with your fingers to avoid a big mess.
    Closeup shot of fried spaghetti recipe on plate

    FAQ

    Do you have questions about fried spaghetti? Here are some of the most commonly asked questions about this fried spaghetti recipe.

    How long is this recipe good?

    It will last for about 4 days in the refrigerator or up to 3 months in the freezer.

    How do I freeze fried spaghetti?

    Place it in an air-tight, freezer-safe container or heavy-duty freezer bags.

    How do I reheat fried spaghetti?

    Simply place it in a microwave-safe container, cover it, and microwave at 1-minute intervals until heated through.

    Fried Spaghetti Video

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    Do you like pasta? Here are some recipes you may also like to try.

    • Cheesy Spaghetti Pie
    • Rosemary Macaroni and Cheese
    • Instant Pot Cheesy chicken Spaghetti
    • Crockpot Chicken Spaghetti

    Fried Spaghetti

    Ready to get cooking? Remember that you can print this recipe if you would like.

    Fried spaghetti twisted around a fork.

    Fried Spaghetti

    Karin and Ken
    This fried spaghetti recipe is quick, easy, and light. It's a great pasta dish for any day of the week. It even reheats well!
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    Prep Time 15 minutes mins
    Cook Time 20 minutes mins
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine American
    Servings 10
    Calories 491 kcal

    Equipment

    • large skillet or wok

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 lb spaghetti
    • 5 Italian sausages
    • ½ yellow onion chopped
    • ¼ cup olive oil
    • ¼ cup salted butter
    • 1 teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper
    • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
    • 1 large egg
    • ¼ cup heavy cream
    • 2 teaspoon minced garlic
    • 4 oz parmesan block
    • 2 oz white cheddar cheese block
    • 3 tablespoon fresh basil
    • 1 can (14.5 oz) fire roasted diced tomatoes drained
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    Instructions
     

    • Get out and measure your ingredients.
      Overhead photo of all the ingredients needed to make fried spaghetti.
    • Bring 4 cups of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti noodles and cook Al dente (12 minutes) drain and rinse with cold water.
      Cooked and drained spaghetti noodles in a wooden bowl.
    • In a small bowl, whisk the eggs , heavy cream, and minced garlic.
      eggs , heavy cream, and minced garlic whisked together in a small bowl.
    • Pour into the spaghetti noodles and stir.
      egg mixture poured onto the cooked spaghetti noodles inside the wooden bowl.
    • Remove the sausage from the casing and cut into small pieces.
      Sausage removed from casing and cut into small pieces on a wooden cutting board.
    • Heat a wok over medium high heat. Once hot, pour in the olive oil.
    • Add the sausage.
      Small sausage pieces added to a hot wok with olive oil.
    • and onions. Cook for 5 minutes.
      Onions added to the wok.
    • Next, add the butter.
      Butter and garlic added to the wok.
    • Stir until butter is melted.
      butter melted and mixed with the sausage.
    • Once the butter is melted, add the spaghetti noodles to the wok.
      Spaghetti noodles added to the wok.
    • Stir to coat. Season with fresh cracked pepper and red pepper flakes. Cook for 3 minutes,
      Spaghetti noodles and sausage in a wok seasoned with fresh cracked pepper and red pepper flakes.
    • Then stir in the diced tomatoes.
      Diced tomatoes added to the wok.
    • Cover with a lid. Cook for 5 minutes.
      Tomatoes mixed into the spaghetti and sausage.
    • Shred the parmesan and cheddar atop the spaghetti and toss to combine.
      Cheddar and parmesan cheese shredded atop the cooking spaghetti.
    • Stir in the chopped basil and replace the lid. Turn off the heat and let rest on the stove for 5 minutes.
      chopped basil added to the wok. All ingredients thoroughly mixed.
    • Garnish with chopped basil and cheese and enjoy!
      Prepared fried spaghetti garnished with basil and cheese in a wok.
    • Serve.
      Fried spaghetti served in a small plate with a fork.
    • Enjoy every bite.
      Closeup photo of a forkful of fried spaghetti. More Fried spaghetti in a wok in the background.

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    Notes

    Fried spaghetti is definitely the bomb (as my son Patrick puts it) but there are so many other delicious meat and pasta recipes that I've made a list of for you to check out. Something there will speak to your heart...and your belly!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 491kcalCarbohydrates: 37gProtein: 15gFat: 31gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 522mgPotassium: 270mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 467IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 44mgIron: 2mg
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