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Creamy Gochujang Pasta

Did you know you could make the creamiest pasta with tofu? Not only is it packed with plant-based protein but it makes for the most silky flavorful sauce to make pasta with. This Gochujang Pasta is a bit spicy, a bit tangy, and just so good!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Yields5 servings
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Servings5 servings

Ingredients

TOFU SAUCE

  • 1 pound silken tofu
  • 1/4 cup milk of choice
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1/4 cup gochujang
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

PASTA

  • 1 pound pasta, shape of choice
  • salt, for boiling pasta
  • parmesan, for topping
  • red pepper flakes, for topping
  • chopped green onions, for garnish

Instructions 

MAKE THE SAUCE

  1. To a blender or food processor, add the silken tofu and milk.
  2. Blend until completely smooth and creamy.
  3. Boil pasta according to package directions in salted water and drain.
  4. Heat a saucepan over medium heat and add butter, olive oil, garlic, and gochujang. Saute for 2 to 3 minutes.
  5. Then add the tofu cream, parmesan, dried basil, red pepper flakes, chili powder, and salt. Mix together, taste, and adjust anything to your liking.
  6. Add the cooked pasta and toss it all together.
  7. Serve with green onions, parmesan, and red pepper flakes to enjoy!

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