Vegan Carbonara

Name: Vegan Carbonara
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 7 ounces extra firm tofu (, drained and pressed (*see note)); 2 tablespoons olive oil ((or preferred cooking oil)); 2 tablespoons tamari (, low sodium (sub soy)); 1.5 tablespoons liquid smoke; 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar ((sub red wine or white vinegar)); 1 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1 teaspoon granulated garlic; 12 ounces spaghetti ((or preferred pasta)); 2 tablespoons olive oil (, divided); 1 small shallot (, finely chopped); 2 cloves garlic (, minced); 2 cups soy milk (, unsweetened (or any plant-based milk)); 1.5 tablespoons lemon juice (, freshly squeezed (*see note)); 1.5 teaspoons apple cider vinegar ((sub red wine or white vinegar); 1.5 teaspoons miso paste (, white or yellow); 3 tablespoons nutritional yeast; 1.5 teaspoons liquid smoke; 1.5 tablespoons cornstarch; 3/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper; 3/4 teaspoon black salt (kala namak) (, divided *See note)

Instructions

Prep:15minCook:25min

This Vegan Carbonara is a full-on comfort meal made with savory tofu bacon and a silky sauce that is filled with smoky and cheesy flavors. It'll be a new family favorite!

Updated at: Mon, 09 Dec 2024 01:35:57 GMT