Introduction
Indulge in this deliciously creamy Silken Tofu and Sundried Tomato Pasta, a high-protein, plant-based twist on a classic Italian favorite. Packed with rich flavors and textures, this quick and nourishing dish will satisfy both your taste buds and nutritional needs.
Ingredients
🍝 200g High-protein pasta e.g., legume or durum wheat semolina fusilli
🫒 1-2 tablespoons Olive oil for sautéing
🧅 1/2 Medium white onion or 2 small shallots, diced small
🧄 3 cloves Garlic, minced
🍅 6 Sundried tomatoes in oil, chopped
🍅 1 tablespoon Tomato puree
🥫 1 tin Mutti tomato and basil
🍥 3 heaped tablespoons Silken tofu
🥄 1/2 tablespoon Miso paste
🍋 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
🍥 200g Firm tofu, crumbled
🌶️ 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
🌶️ 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne pepper optional
🧂 Small pinch of Salt plus salt for pasta water
🌶️ Ground black pepper for seasoning
🥫 1-2 teaspoons Tamari
🌿 Small handful of Fresh basil leaves, torn
Instructions
1- Prepare the Sauce Base:
- Heat the olive oil in a pan on low heat.
- Add the diced onion and a small pinch of salt, sauté for 8 minutes until softened.
- Incorporate the minced garlic and fry for another 1-2 minutes.
- Stir in the chopped sundried tomatoes and ORO tomato puree, frying for 3 more minutes.
- Add Mutti chopped tomatoes and a pinch of salt. Let it simmer on low heat.
2- Make the Tofu Crumb:
- Crumble the firm tofu in a bowl.
- Mix with smoked paprika, cayenne pepper if using, a pinch of salt, and black pepper.
- Fry the seasoned tofu in a little olive oil, letting it sit for 10-15 seconds at a time to crisp up.
- After about 5 minutes, add the tamari, stirring vigorously to avoid burning.
- Once golden and dark, take it off the heat and mix in the fresh basil leaves.
3- Cook the Pasta and Finish the Sauce:
- Cook the pasta in plenty of salty water. Reserve 2 mugs of pasta water before draining.
- Take the sauce off the heat and transfer it to a blender.
- Add silken tofu, 1 ladle of reserved pasta water, miso paste, and lemon juice.
- Blend until smooth and creamy. Season to taste.
4- Combine and Serve:
- Mix the creamy sauce with the cooked pasta in a pan. Add more pasta water as needed.
- Serve topped with the golden tofu crumb, a drizzle of olive oil, and black pepper.
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 2
Equipment:
- Pan similar to Le Creuset or Staub
- Blue silicone spatula
- Nutribullet blender
- Wooden cutting board
- Chef's knife
- Measuring cup
- Saucepan
- Tongs and ladle
Cooking Tips
- Sauté onions on low heat with salt for sweetness.
- Allow the tofu crumb to sit while frying for a crispy texture.
- Be cautious with salt in the sauce; use salty pasta water.
- Adjust sauce consistency with reserved pasta water.
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