Spaghetti Bolognese

Spaghetti Bolognese is a classic Italian pasta dish. This recipe uses umami-rich tempeh instead of meat to create an incredibly rich and flavorful sauce.

Spaghetti Bolognese

Spaghetti Bolognese is a classic Italian pasta dish. This recipe uses umami-rich tempeh instead of meat to create an incredibly rich and flavorful sauce.

Course

Main
Prep time

10 Mins
cook time

25 Mins
servings

4
Author

@anettvelsberg

Ingredients

1 tbsp olive oil
½ cup onion, finely diced
8 oz tempeh, finely chopped or crumbled
3 cloves garlic minced
½ tbsp soy sauce or tamari
2 28 oz cans crushed tomatoes
¼ cup dry red wine
¼ cup tomato paste
⅓ cup water (more if needed)
½ tsp red pepper flakes (more to taste)
1 tsp shiitake powder (optional)
½ tbsp maple syrup
2 tbsp fresh or 1 tbsp dried oregano
sea salt, to taste
black pepper, to taste
4 cakes Lotus Foods Organic Millet & Brown Rice Ramen
¼ cup fresh basil leaves
2-3 tbsp grated vegan parmesan

product used in the recipe

Organic Millet & Brown Rice Ramen (4 Ramen Cakes)

1

Heat oil in a large skillet or heavy-bottomed pot on medium-high heat. Add onion and tempeh and sauté for 4-5 mins, until onion is soft. Add garlic and soy sauce, cook for another 3-5 mins, until tempeh is browned.
2

Add crushed tomatoes, red wine, tomato paste, water, red pepper flakes, shiitake powder (if using), maple syrup and oregano to the pan. Stir until evenly mixed, then simmer for 10-15 mins, until thick and flavorful. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
3

While sauce is simmering, cook noodles according to directions on package.
4

Divide noodles between serving bowls and top with sauce, basil and parmesan. Serve immediately.