222 meat paste recipes

Toast whole spices until smoky, grind with dried chilies and aromatics, then blend with oil and wine for a thick Ethiopian berbere paste that clings to meats and vegetables.

Classic homemade lasagna with ground beef, tomato paste, cottage cheese, mozzarella, and parmesan layered with noodles. A straightforward family recipe with a smart low-fat meat trick.

Vegan Mexican lentil casserole with brown rice, taco seasoning, and tomato paste baked until thick and hearty. High-protein, budget-friendly, and packed with Southwestern flavor without any meat or dairy.

Vegetarian tofu meatloaf with sauteed mushrooms, green pepper, mozzarella, and Parmesan baked under a tangy tomato paste glaze. Comfort food that'll fool the meat-eaters at the table.

Alton Brown's homemade gyro meat: ground lamb processed to a paste with onion, garlic, and herbs, baked and pressed dense so it slices thin, served on pita with cool homemade tzatziki, tomato, and feta.

Five-ingredient South Texas chuck wagon rub with crushed garlic, dried green chiles, cayenne, and seasoned pepper. A quick, bold paste for steaks, brisket, and grilled meats.

Homestyle spaghetti meat sauce with ground beef, canned tomatoes, tomato paste, garlic, and basil simmered with a beef-mushroom mix. Quick, hearty weeknight dinner.

Vegetarian Cajun red beans and brown rice simmered low and slow with onions, bell pepper, tomato paste, Worcestershire, and hot sauce. Hearty, meat-free, and full of bayou flavor.

Indian yogurt kabob sauce with cumin, coriander, garam masala, turmeric, and garlic-ginger paste. A tangy, spiced marinade for grilling meat, fish, or vegetables.

Thai green mango dip with shrimp paste, fish sauce, garlic, and lime juice pounded in a mortar. A sour, salty, funky condiment for grilled meats and vegetables.

General Tso's chicken made with dark-meat thighs: crispy-fried pieces tossed in a ginger-scallion soy sauce with chili paste, rice vinegar, and sesame oil finish.

Ground beef meat crust pizza pie with tomato paste, cheddar, parmesan, oregano, and optional pepperoni. The meat becomes the crust in this low-carb, protein-packed twist on pizza night.

Italian meat pie with seasoned ground beef, tomato paste, green pepper, and layers of mozzarella and Parmesan in a pie crust. Like pizza in pie form.

Beef and pork chili with four pounds of ground meat, pinto beans, canned tomatoes, tomato paste, cumin, and oregano simmered for two hours. A big-batch, no-shortcuts meat chili topped with cheddar.

Bold brisket marinade paste with Szechuan peppercorns, garlic, paprika, lemongrass oil, dry mustard, and red wine. Score the meat, rub it in, and marinate for several days for deep flavor penetration.

Spicy cranberry chile chutney with jalapeño, Thai chili paste, and hot sauce simmered with fresh and dried cranberries. Medium heat, sweet-tart-spicy balance. Killer on meat or sandwiches.