Marry Me Vegan Chicken Pasta
A delightful, creamy vegan pasta dish that combines savory tofu, zesty sun-dried tomatoes, and a rich sauce, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the tofu
- 200 g tofu, sliced into 2 0.5-inch thick “fillets” Ensure the tofu is well-pressed to remove excess moisture.
- 1 tbsp cornflour For coating the tofu.
- 1 tsp smoked paprika For seasoning.
- 1 tsp garlic pepper
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1 tsp salt To taste.
- 3 tbsp oil, for frying Use your choice of frying oil.
For the sauce
- 1 tbsp butter For sautéing.
- 2 shallots, finely diced
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 5-6 sun-dried tomatoes, finely diced
- 2 tbsp tomato puree
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 2 tsp oregano
- 1 tsp cayenne chili pepper Adjust for spice preference.
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- 500 ml vegetable stock
- 150 ml plant-based cream
- 150 g bow-tie (farfalle) pasta Can be substituted with your favorite pasta shape.
- 1 handful fresh basil, chopped For garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Melt the butter in a large saucepan or casserole dish over low-medium heat.
- Add the finely diced shallots and sauté for 5-6 minutes until soft and translucent.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute to release its aroma.
- Mix in the tomato puree, diced sun-dried tomatoes, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, oregano, cayenne chili pepper, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
- Pour in the vegetable stock while stirring, then add the bow-tie pasta. Bring to a boil and then reduce to a simmer, cooking for 7-8 minutes.
Cooking the Tofu
- While the pasta simmers, drain and pat dry the tofu, removing excess moisture by gently squeezing with a clean cloth.
- Slice tofu into 0.5-inch thick fillets.
- Mix cornflour with smoked paprika, garlic pepper, oregano, and salt on a plate or container.
- Dredge tofu fillets in this seasoned cornflour mixture, ensuring full coating.
- Heat oil in a shallow pan over medium heat.
- Fry tofu fillets for about 2-3 minutes until crispy and golden on both sides.
- Remove and slice thinly on a chopping board.
Final Assembly
- Place sliced tofu fillets over the creamy Marry Me pasta.
- Sprinkle chopped fresh basil on top and season with extra garlic pepper if desired.
- Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.
Notes
This dish pairs well with a fresh green salad and crusty garlic bread. Adjust spice levels according to preference, adding chili oil or red pepper flakes for extra heat. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.