Carbonara is such a comfort food. The ingredients are fairly simple, but the traditional dish is definitely not vegan. The flavors in this dish can easily be replicated with plant-based ingredients.
Cutting the tofu into small chunks is key in this recipe. First, it mimics the true shape and size of pancetta, and second, it helps you get a more crispy outside with a chewy inside.
Make this dish a meal to remember by pairing it with a fresh salad, crusty bread, and a drink with some acidity. I chose a nice key-lime kombucha.
I had all of the ingredients for this recipe in my pantry which made it a simple dish to put together. To make it less fatty, you could use soy milk instead.
Ingredients
- Sauce
- 3/4 cup Coconut Milk
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil
- 2 tbsp Nutritional Yeast
- 1 tbsp Chickpea Flour
- 1/2 tsp Kala Namak (for eggy flavor)
- 1 Garlic Clove Tofu Marinade
- 14 oz Extra Firm Tofu
- 1/4 cup Low Sodium Tamari
- 1/4 cup Tomato Paste
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder
- 1 tbsp Liquid Smoke
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil Noodles
- 12 oz Spaghetti
- 1 tbsp Salt
Directions
- For the tofu, press for at least 30 minutes and drain. Cut into 1/4 inch cubes. Combine marinade ingredients in sealable dish and add tofu. Shake and let sit for at least 15 minutes. Once it is marinated, cook in an air fryer for 18 minutes at 390 degrees. Be sure to flip halfway through. If you don’t have an air fryer, bake at 375 for 35 minutes.
- Start the spaghetti and cook until al dente.
- Blend the sauce ingredients. Add to a large pan. Once the pasta is done, warm up the sauce for a minute, then add a half ladle of pasta water. Stir. Add the noodles and stir.
- To plate the dish, begin with a bottom layer of noodles and add the tofu pancetta on top. Add cracked black pepper and basil if you wish. Enjoy!
Nutrition
Per Serving: 386 calories; 25 g fat; 25 g carbohydrates;
16 g protein; 0 mg cholesterol; 605 mg sodium.
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I love taking favorite dishes and converting them to a healthier, more ethical option. I’m excited to spend some time this summer bringing more dishes to you that I hope will win your heart.
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