Pasta for Tina

Inspired by the legendary Tina Turner and her love for both Thai and Italian cuisine, this fusion dish is a delightful blend of flavors and textures. The black squid ink pasta nods to Tina's iconic black dresses, while the vibrant ingredients capture the essence of her dynamic personality. This dish is sure to be a hit at any dinner table!

Ingredients

🍝 8.8 oz of Black ink squid pasta
🍣 14 oz of Tofu, extra firm
🍄 12 mini portobello mushrooms, sliced
🌶️ 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
🌿 1⁄4 cup of fresh chopped cilantro
🌰 3 tbsp of sesame seed oil
🍬 2 tbsp of palm sugar
🧄 1 tbsp of minced garlic
🍜 2 tbsp of soy sauce
🐟 1 tbsp of fish sauce
🥬 6 cups of fresh baby spinach
🍋 Juice of one lime
🥜 1⁄4 cup of chopped roasted peanuts

Instructions

1- Cook the Pasta:

• In a large pot, bring about 10 cups of water to a boil. Add 1 tablespoon of salt to the water.
• Once boiling, add the squid ink pasta and cook for about 8 minutes or until al dente. Drain and set aside.

2- Prepare the Vegetables:

• In a nonstick pan or wok, add the sliced mushrooms and allow them to sweat. Cook until they soften and release their juices.
• Add the sesame seed oil and sliced yellow bell pepper to the pan. Stir-fry for about 3 minutes until the peppers start to soften.

3- Create the Sauce:

• Incorporate the palm sugar and minced garlic, stirring well to combine.
• Add the soy sauce, fish sauce, and fresh spinach to the pan. Stir and cook for an additional 3 minutes.

4- Combine Tofu and Pasta:

• Crumble the extra firm tofu into medium-sized chunks and add it to the pan. Sauté and stir for about 5 minutes until heated through.
• Add the cooked pasta to the pan, stirring until the pasta is hot and well-coated with the sauce.

5- Finish and Serve:

• Squeeze the juice of one lime over the dish, remove from heat, and serve immediately.
• Top with fresh chopped cilantro and toasted chopped peanuts for added flavor and crunch.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4

Cooking Tips:

• For a richer flavor, marinate the tofu in soy sauce and sesame oil for 30 minutes before cooking.
• Adjust the amount of palm sugar to taste if you prefer a sweeter or less sweet dish.

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