Korean-inspired High-Calorie Beef & Mushroom Pasta

A hearty and flavorful Korean-inspired Beef & Mushroom Pasta designed to provide maximum calories and protein to support your weight gain and muscle-building goals. This dish combines tender whole wheat spaghetti with savory ground beef and sautéed mushrooms, all enveloped in a rich gochujang sauce that adds a delightful kick. Packed with nutrient-dense ingredients like fresh spinach and crunchy nuts, this pasta is not only satisfying but also bursting with rich flavors.


Perfect for meal prep, this recipe is quick to prepare, making it ideal for busy individuals looking for a hearty and nutritious meal without spending hours in the kitchen. It delivers a healthy balance of carbs and protein, ensuring you’re fueled for your fitness journey. Whether enjoyed as a post-workout dinner or a filling lunch, this dish will keep you coming back for more—proving that healthy eating can be both delicious and exciting!

Overview

Prep Time

20 min

Cook Time

15 min

Total Time

35 min

Yield

4 servings

Serving Size

1 cup (600 grams)

Whole Wheat Spaghetti

Cooked according to package instructions

Recommended Brand: Barilla

8 ounces

Ground Beef

Cooked until browned

Recommended Brand: Grass-fed

1 pound

Mushrooms

Sliced

Recommended Brand: Cremini

2 cups

Gochujang (Korean chili paste)

Recommended Brand: Chung Jung One

2 tablespoons

Soy Sauce

Low-sodium recommended

Recommended Brand: Kikkoman

2 tablespoons

Garlic

Minced

3 cloves

Green Onions

Chopped

1/4 cup

Sesame Oil

Recommended Brand: Kadoya

1 tablespoon

Spinach

Fresh, roughly chopped

3 cups

Peanuts

Crushed, for garnish (optional)

1/4 cup

Steps

 
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Nutrition Facts

Calories per Serving

650

Total Fat

30g

Saturated Fat

12g

Trans Fat

0g

Monounsaturated Fat

12g

Polyunsaturated Fat

4g

Cholesterol

80mg

Sodium

800mg

Total Carbohydrates

70g

Dietary Fiber

5g

Soluble Fiber

1g

Insoluble Fiber

4g

Total Sugars

5g

Added Sugars

0g

Sugar Alcohols

0g

Protein

40g

Calcium

80mg

Iron

4mg

Potassium

900mg

Vitamin A

200mcg

Vitamin C

15mg

Phosphorus

300mg

This recipe was crafted to avoid the following ingredients:
Peanut
Dairy