Can I use a different plant-based cream instead of soya cream?

Yes, the recipe suggests using oat, coconut, or cashew cream as alternatives if soya cream is not available or preferred.

What kind of vegan bacon works best for this dish?

Any rashers of vegan bacon that can be sliced and fried to a slightly crispy texture will work well to add a smoky, savory element to the carbonara.

When should I add the vegan cheese to the sauce?

The vegan cheese should be added after the cream, mustard, nutritional yeast, salt, pepper, and paprika have simmered for 2-3 minutes, just before the black salt.

What are some recommended ways to serve this vegan carbonara?

You can serve it as is, or with grated vegan Parmesan, fresh parsley, a pinch of paprika, or alongside garlic bread for a complete meal.

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Carbonara
[Vegan]

AC By: Aaron Calder

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A serving of creamy vegan carbonara with spaghetti, vegan bacon pieces, and green peas, garnished with fresh parsley and grated vegan Parmesan.

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Carbonara [Vegan]

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Using wholegrain spaghetti keeps it healthy with extra fibre and nutrients. This dish is packed with flavours and contains b12, protein and yet is low in saturated fat and no cholesterol. Ready in less than thirty minutes!

Ingredients You Need for Carbonara [Vegan]

1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced/chopped
2-3 rashers of vegan bacon
3 tablespoons nutritional yeast
1/2 teaspoon English mustard
Generous pinch of pink/sea salt
Pinch of black salt, optional
Black pepper
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
2.1 tablespoons (30g) vegan cheese (mature) grated
1 cup soya cream or use oat, coconut cashew cream
1/2 cup frozen peas
Spaghetti enough for each person (see package guidelines)

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How to Prepare Carbonara [Vegan]

Prepare the pasta in a saucepan and allow to cook while you're making the sauce.
Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large frying pan on a medium heat. Add the chopped onion and fry for 3-4 minutes to soften.
Add the garlic and stir in. Now add the sliced 'bacon' and cook for a couple of minutes. Stir in the frozen peas and cook for a couple more minutes.
Pour in the cream, mustard, nutritional yeast, salt, pepper & paprika. Simmer for 2-3 minutes stirring occasionally.
Add the cheese and give it a good stir. Add the black salt (optional) and one final mix.
Drain the cooked pasta and add to the sauce. Coat the pasta in the sauce and it's ready to serve.
I love to add a little grated Parmesan, fresh parsley and a pinch of paprika. Serve as it comes or with garlic bread. Enjoy!