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The Best Vegan Bolognese

This vegan Bolognese is gently simmered with classic Italian herbs, garlic, and tempeh “meat” that is sure to become your go-to vegan pasta sauce that comes together in just 20 min!
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 367kcal
Cost $5

Ingredients

  • 7 oz or 400 g tempeh
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ yellow onion chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • ½ red hot pepper deseeded and finely chopped
  • 1 cup marinara sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon fresh oregano or ½ teaspoon dried
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme or ½ teaspoon dried
  • 1 teaspoon Marmite
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 8 oz or 500 g spaghetti
  • Vegan parmesan to garnish
  • Fresh basil to garnish

Instructions

  • Break tempeh with your fingers into little crumbles or simply grind it with a grinder. Heat olive oil a large skillet or frying pan over medium-high heat. Add chopped onion and sautée for one or two minutes, then add the tempeh crumbles. Let them slightly brown for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add minced garlic and red pepper.
  • Add marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, oregano, thyme and Marmite and let cook for 10 more minutes or until the liquid is mostly adsorbed. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  • Meanwhile, cook spaghetti according to the instructions on the package until al dente. Serve vegan Bolognese sauce over spaghetti sprinkled with vegan parmesan and garnished with fresh basil. Enjoy!

Notes

 Cook’s Tips

  • Store the vegan Bolognese sauce in an airtight jar in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
  • Use your slow cooker! After browning the onions, and tempeh, throw the rest of your ingredients into the slow cooker and let it simmer on low for 6 hours. Come home to the delicious fragrance of Italy, and a meal ready to eat.
  • Make a big batch and store in the freezer for up to three months.
  • For a gluten-free option use the sauce on top of beans, rice, or gluten-free noodles.
  • For more creative recipe ideas check these 20 best tempeh recipes.

Nutrition

Calories: 367kcal | Carbohydrates: 54g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 375mg | Potassium: 612mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 343IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 90mg | Iron: 3mg