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Seitan pasta garnished with fresh basil
Fresh and appetizing seitan pasta with tomato sauce

Seitan Bolognese Pasta

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Vegetarian & Vegan Dishes Main Courses
This dish is a meat-free reimagining of the classic Italian 'Pasta Bolognese' or 'Ragù'. The texture of seitan (wheat meat) mimics ground meat surprisingly well, and since it has a neutral taste, it absorbs the aromas of the tomato and basil sauce perfectly. A simple, quick weeknight dinner proving that plant-based eating isn't about sacrifice, but discovering new flavors.
🕒 Prep Time 10 mins
🍳 Cook Time 20 mins
⌛ Total Time 30 mins
🍽️ Servings 2 servings
🔥 Calories 480 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Italian Fusion

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Pot for pasta
  • Deep skillet for sauce

Allergen Information

⚠️ Wheat

Instructions

1 ✓

Boil water. Once boiling, salt generously and add pasta. Cook to 'al dente' texture, about 1 minute less than package instructions.

Tip: The pasta will finish cooking in the hot sauce, absorbing the flavors.
2 ✓

Meanwhile, mince the onion and garlic. Dice the seitan very finely or pulse in a processor to resemble ground meat.

Tip: The smaller the seitan, the more surface area creates flavor.
3 ✓

Heat oil in the skillet. Brown the seitan for 3-4 minutes until crusted. Add the onion and sauté until translucent.

Tip: Browning the seitan is crucial for texture and meaty flavor (Maillard reaction).
4 ✓

Add crushed garlic, then pour in tomatoes. Season with salt, pepper, and a pinch of sugar. Simmer for 10 minutes to thicken.

Tip: Sugar isn't for sweetness, but to balance the acidity of the tomatoes.
5 ✓

Drain pasta (reserve some water) and toss into the sauce. Add a splash of pasta water if too thick. Cook together for 1-2 minutes.

Tip: Starchy pasta water creates a creamy emulsion helping sauce cling to noodles.
6 ✓

Serve topped with torn fresh basil and cheese alternative.

Tip: Never cook basil in the sauce, it will turn black and lose aroma.

Recipe FAQ

Why is the seitan chewy?
Seitan is essentially pure gluten. If left in large chunks or not cooked enough in sauce, it can be rubbery. Chop it small!
Can I use other pasta?
Sure, penne or fusilli are perfect, they hold the sauce even better.

Ingredients

  • 8 oz Spaghetti
  • 8 oz Seitan (plain or smoked)
  • 1 can (14 oz) Crushed Tomatoes
  • 1 small Yellow Onion
  • 2 cloves Garlic
  • 3 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Basil
  • 1 tsp Kosher Salt
  • 1 pinch Sugar
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
  • 2 tbsp Vegan Parmesan or Nutritional Yeast