Pasta con Salsa de Almejas Vegana

Pasta con Salsa de Almejas Vegana is a delightful dish that captures the essence of Spanish seafood cuisine while being entirely plant-based. The rich, savory clam-inspired sauce made from mushrooms and seaweed complements the pasta beautifully, creating a satisfying meal for seafood lovers and vegans alike.

Ingredients

• Spaghetti - 200 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Shallots - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Mushrooms (shiitake or oyster) - 150 grams, sliced
• Seaweed (dried nori or dulse) - 1 tablespoon, crumbled
• Vegetable broth - 250 milliliters
• White wine - 100 milliliters
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Red pepper flakes - optional, to taste

Steps

1. Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and chopped shallots, sautéing until they are soft and fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.
3. Add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet and cook for another 5-7 minutes until they are browned and tender.
4. Stir in the crumbled seaweed, vegetable broth, and white wine. Allow the mixture to simmer for about 5 minutes, letting the flavors meld together.
5. Add the lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to taste. If the sauce is too thick, add a little reserved pasta water until you reach the desired consistency.
6. Toss the cooked spaghetti into the sauce, mixing well to coat the pasta evenly.
7. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 420
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 68 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 320 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10.5 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from mushrooms which may support immune health.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil that can promote heart health.

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