200gmsOrzo PastaYou can use any pasta of your choice
2tbspExtra virgin Olive oil
5-6clovesGarlic, thinly sliced
400gmsButton mushrooms, sliced
2tbspAll purpose flour
400mlCoconut milkYou can use any milk of your choice
1tspChilli flakesAdd more if you prefer.
1tspDried thyme
1/2tspDried oregano
1/4cupVegetable broth You can use water / chicken broth instead. White wine works very well here too.
Salt & pepper to taste
Parsley to sprinkle on top
Instructions
In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain well.
Heat the oil in a saucepan. Add the garlic and chilli flakes; cook for a minute. Stir in the mushrooms. Cook for a few minutes till golden brown.
Now add in the flour and cook for a couple of minutes. Whisk in the coconut milk, along with dried thyme and oregano. Keep stirring the mixture and let come to a gentle boil. The sauce should be thick and creamy now. Whisk in the broth. And let the sauce simmer for a few minutes. add more broth if the sauce is too thick.
Season the sauce with salt and pepper. Taste and adjust accordingly.
Gently mix in the cooked pasta. Sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve immediately. Enjoy!