Vegetarian Surf and Turf Pasta

This Vegetarian Surf and Turf Pasta dish combines crispy tofu, tender shrimp, spaghetti, red bell peppers, and broccoli, all tossed in a luscious oriental sauce. Perfectly balanced in flavour and texture, it's a fusion delight that brings Eastern and Western influences to your table.

Prep Time 20

Cook Time 25

Total Time 45

Servings People

Ingredients

For the dish:

300 g spaghetti
200 g firm tofu pressed and cubed
200 g shrimp or plant-based shrimp substitute
1 medium red bell pepper thinly sliced
1 small broccoli head cut into florets
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1 tbsp sesame seeds optional
2 large spring onions finely sliced optional

Oriental Sauce:

3 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp hoisin sauce
1 tbsp sesame oil
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
2 cloves garlic minced
1 inch ginger grated
1 tsp chili flakes adjust to taste

Instructions

Boil the spaghetti in salted water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
300 g spaghetti
Heat half of the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat.
2 tbsp vegetable oil
Sear the tofu cubes until golden and crispy on all sides (about 5-7 minutes). Remove and set aside.
200 g firm tofu
In the same pan, cook the shrimp (or substitute) for 3-4 minutes until lightly browned. Set aside with the tofu.
200 g shrimp
Add the remaining 1 tbsp vegetable oil to the pan.
2 tbsp vegetable oil
Stir-fry the red bell peppers and broccoli florets for 4-5 minutes until slightly tender but still crisp.
1 medium red bell pepper, 1 small broccoli head
In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey, garlic, ginger and chili flakes.
3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp hoisin sauce, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp honey, 2 cloves garlic, 1 inch ginger, 1 tsp chili flakes
Add the cooked spaghetti to the pan with the vegetables.
Pour the oriental sauce over the spaghetti and toss well to coat.
Gently fold in the tofu and shrimp, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
Sprinkle with sesame seeds and spring onions, if desired.
1 tbsp sesame seeds, 2 large spring onions
Serve immediately

Notes

Tips:

For an extra smoky flavour, lightly char the bell peppers before adding them to the dish.

Adjust the chili flakes to your preferred spice level.

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