Californian
Golden State Creamy Vegan Carbonara Recipe
The Golden State Carbonara is a decadent plant-based transformation of the Italian classic, popularized by Los Angeles vegan hotspots. It replaces heavy cream and eggs with a luxurious emulsion of ripe avocado and cashew-based Romano cheese for a vibrant, health-conscious dinner.
Inspired by Vegan Anj
Total time
35 min
prep + cook
Cost
$3.80
per serving
Servings
4
Diet
vegan
Ingredients
4
Instructions
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Tutor's tips
- •Use a high-speed blender to ensure the cashews and avocado emulsify into a professional-grade sauce without any grit.
- •Do not boil the sauce once it is mixed with the pasta; excessive heat will cause the avocado to turn bitter.
- •For the most authentic 'egg-like' aroma, do not skip the black salt (Kala Namak), which provides a natural sulfuric scent.
