Pasta with Seitan

Pasta with Seitan is a hearty and satisfying dish that combines the chewy texture of seitan with al dente pasta tossed in a savory tomato sauce. This Kosher American meal is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a cozy gathering.

Ingredients

• Pasta (fusilli or penne) - 150 grams
• Seitan (sliced) - 150 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic (minced) - 2 cloves
• Onion (chopped) - 1 medium
• Canned diced tomatoes - 400 grams
• Italian seasoning - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Fresh basil (chopped) - 2 tablespoons
• Parmesan cheese (grated, optional) - 30 grams

Steps

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes.
2. While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
3. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until translucent.
4. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
5. Add the sliced seitan to the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes until slightly browned.
6. Pour in the canned diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine and let simmer for 10 minutes.
7. Once the pasta is cooked, drain it and add it to the skillet with the seitan and sauce. Toss everything together until well combined.
8. Remove from heat and stir in the fresh basil.
9. Serve hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 25 g
• Carbs: 62 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein due to seitan, making it a great meat substitute for vegetarians and vegans.
• Rich in fiber from the pasta and tomatoes, which aids in digestion.

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