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Vegan carbonara with white asparagus from Luna Trapani!

In the mood for a delicious and sophisticated meal that proves plant-based cooking is anything but dull? This vegan carbonara with white asparagus by @lunatrapani takes comfort food to the next level. Creamy, savoury, and packed with rich flavours – this dish blends classic Italian cuisine with a modern twist. Perfect for a cosy dinner for two, where you can whip up a culinary treat in just a few simple steps. Indulge in this delightful vegan take on a classic and savour every blissful bite. Buon appetito!"

Vegan carbonara met witte asperges van Luna Trapani

1. Start by bringing a large pot of salted water to a boil for the pasta.
2. Meanwhile heat up 4 tablespoons of olive oil in a pan
3. Add the peeled and chopped asparagus and sauté until soft and slightly golden. Season with salt and pepper and set aside.
4. In the same pan add another 4 tablespoons of olive oil.
5. Add the minced shallot, garlic and miso paste
6. Fry over medium heat until translucent.
7. Deglaze with the white wine then add the vegetable stock and turmeric.
8. Simmer for 2 minutes before adding water and cream.
9. Let the sauce cook on medium heat until thickened slightly.
10. Add half of the panfried asparagus to the sauce and stir.
11. Boil the spaghetti until al dente and fry of the bacon until crispy in another pan with olive oil.
12. Add the cooked pasta and a good amount of grated parmesan to the sauce and toss well.
13. Finish off with more grated cheese, the remaining asparagus, crispy bacon and fresh parsley.

Enjoy your delicious vegan carbonara! Who knows, you might inspire others to explore the wonderful world of vegan cooking as well. Buon appetito!

 

Ingredients

  • Preparation time: 30minutes, serves 2.

    • 1/2 pack of spaghetti
    • 1 large shallot, minced
    • 1 large garlic clove, minced
    • A handful of fresh parsley
    • 1 tsp white miso paste
    • 1 tbs vegetable bouillon paste/powder
    • 200-400 ml water
    • 150 ml white wine
    • 300-400 unsweetened plantbased cooking cream
    • Pinch of turmeric powder
    • 6 white asparagus, peeled and chopped into chunks
    • Parmesam cheese (plantbased), grated
    • 100gr of (plantbased) bacon bits
    • Olive oil, as much as needed
    • Salt and pepper

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