If you're looking for a delicious and healthy vegetarian alternative to traditional meat Bolognese, then you should try this recipe for Quorn Bolognese. Quorn is a meat substitute that is made from a fungus and is a great source of protein. The texture is similar to ground beef, so it's perfect for making Bolognese sauce. This recipe is easy to make and is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
1 pack of Quorn mince (300g)
1 onion, diced
2 cloves of garlic, minced
1 can of chopped tomatoes (400g)
1 tablespoon of tomato puree
1 tablespoon of olive oil
1 teaspoon of dried oregano
1 teaspoon of dried basil
Salt and pepper to taste
250g of spaghetti
Freshly grated Parmesan cheese to serve
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until softened, stirring occasionally.
Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute, stirring constantly.
Add the Quorn mince to the saucepan and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until it starts to brown.
Add the can of chopped tomatoes, tomato puree, dried oregano, and dried basil to the saucepan. Stir everything together and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Bring the sauce to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
While the sauce is simmering, cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente.
Drain the spaghetti and add it to the saucepan with the Quorn Bolognese sauce. Toss everything together until the spaghetti is coated in the sauce.
Serve hot with freshly grated Parmesan cheese on top.
Nutrition
This recipe serves 4 people and has the following nutritional information per serving:
Calories: 400
Protein: 20g
Carbohydrates: 70g
Fat: 6g
Fiber: 6g
Conclusion
This recipe for Quorn Bolognese is a great alternative to traditional meat Bolognese. It's easy to make, healthy, and delicious. Quorn is a great source of protein and has a similar texture to ground beef, making it perfect for Bolognese sauce. This recipe serves 4 people and is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. Serve it with some freshly grated Parmesan cheese on top and enjoy!