Mushroom-Tofu-Walnut Pasta Sauce
The combination of smoked tofu and mushrooms is so creamy and tasty. It is best served warm over whole wheat spaghetti. Add fresh basil and/or parsley and sprinkle some chopped walnuts or cashews over the top to add the crunch. In case you don’t have smoked tofu, you may add a teaspoon of smoked paprika powder, to boost the flavour.
Mushroom-Tofu-Walnut Pasta Sauce
Jasmina
The combination of smoked tofu and mushrooms is so creamy and tasty. It is best served warm over whole wheat spaghetti. Add fresh basil and/or parsley and sprinkle some chopped walnuts or cashews over the top to add the crunch. In case you don’t have smoked tofu, you may add a teaspoon of smoked paprika powder, to boost the flavour.
Equipment
- Immersion Blender
Ingredients
- 500 g brown and/or white mushrooms
- 200 g smoked or regular tofu if you don't have smoked tofu, add a teaspoon of smoked paprika powder
- 1 onion
- 2 teaspoons of salt
- 1 teaspoon of soup seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon of black pepper
- 2 tablespoons of soy sauce
- 250 ml of water add more if needed
- 60 g of walnuts or cashews plus some more for garnish
- Parsley and basil for garnish
- 500 g whole wheat spaghetti or other pasta
Instructions
Wash the mushrooms and break them into smaller pieces by hand. Place them in a medium-sized pot.
Break the tofu into smaller pieces and add it to the pot. If you’re using regular tofu, sprinkle 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika powder over it.
Peel the onion, cut it into eighths, and add it.
Add salt, soup seasoning, black pepper, and soy sauce.
Pour in the water and cook everything until the mushrooms and onions soften (about 15 minutes).
Add the walnuts or cashews and cook for an additional minute.
Use an immersion blender to puree everything until you get a smooth sauce. If it’s too thick, add a bit more water.
Tips and Info
Serve it warm over whole wheat spaghetti. Sprinkle some chopped walnuts or cashews and fresh basil and/or parsley over the top.