Vegan Vodka Sauce (Penne alla Vodka)

Coat creamy vegan vodka sauce over penne pasta for a plant-based penne alla vodka. It's perfect for an easy weeknight meal! This comforting classic will become a family favorite in no time.

Course Main Course

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 20

Total Time 25

Servings servings

Calories 246kcal

Author Jenna Urben

Equipment

Ingredients

3 tablespoon olive oil (or vegan butter)
½ cup minced yellow onion
3 cloves garlic minced
6 onces tomato paste
¼ cup vodka
14 ounces canned coconut cream (or canned coconut milk)
1 pound (16 ounces) penne pasta
Salt, pepper, red pepper flakes to taste

Instructions

In a large skillet, warm the olive oil or vegan butter over low-medium heat. Cook the onion until soft and translucent. Add the garlic and sauté until fragrant. If using, add crushed red pepper flakes.
Stir in the tomato paste. It will transform to a deep red color. Lower the heat and stir in the vodka. Let simmer for 3-5 minutes, allowing the vodka to cook off.
Add the coconut cream or coconut milk, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine and let simmer for about 5 minutes.
Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions in a large stockpot. Once cooked, drain and transfer to skillet with sauce, reserving about 1-2 cups of pasta water.
Stir everything together until well incorporated. Add reserved pasta water until desired consistency is reached. Serve creamy dairy free vodka sauce over pasta.

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