Bucatini all'Amatriciana Vegana

Bucatini all'Amatriciana Vegana is a delicious twist on a classic Italian pasta dish, featuring thick bucatini noodles coated in a rich and smoky tomato sauce. This vegan version incorporates hearty vegetables and plant-based ingredients for a satisfying meal that captures the essence of traditional Amatriciana.

Ingredients

• Bucatini - 200 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Yellow onion - 1 medium, diced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Smoked paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Crushed red pepper flakes - 1/2 teaspoon
• Canned crushed tomatoes - 400 grams
• Vegan bacon or tempeh - 100 grams, diced
• Nutritional yeast - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh basil - for garnish

Steps

1. Cook the bucatini according to package instructions in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent.
3. Add minced garlic, smoked paprika, and crushed red pepper flakes. Cook for another minute until fragrant.
4. Stir in the diced vegan bacon or tempeh and cook for 5-7 minutes until it starts to brown slightly.
5. Pour in the canned crushed tomatoes and mix well. Let the sauce simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
6. Once the sauce has thickened, add the cooked bucatini to the skillet along with reserved pasta water. Toss everything together until the pasta is well coated.
7. Sprinkle nutritional yeast over the pasta and toss again to incorporate. Adjust seasoning as needed.
8. Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 14 g
• Carbs: 70 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 7 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in fiber from pasta and tomatoes, promoting digestive health.
• Contains antioxidants from tomatoes, which may help reduce inflammation.

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