This spicy Beyond Sausage pasta is the dish that won over a whole table of friends in Austin. Golden, seared Beyond Sausage, sweet sautéed carrots and onions, and high-protein Brami fusilli all get tossed in a creamy, fiery sriracha mayo spiked with chili garlic crisp. A squeeze of lemon and a big handful of fresh dill and cilantro make it pop. It's bold, creamy, crunchy, and ready in about 30 minutes.
Here's the backstory: I met the founder of Mr. Bing at SXSW, and he hooked me up with a stash of their sauces. A few days later I was cooking at a friend's place in Austin, raided their fridge, and this pasta happened. Everyone went back for seconds. (In town? Check out our guide to vegan breakfast spots in Austin.)
Disclosure: Mr. Bing gifted me the sriracha and chili crisp used in this recipe. This post is not paid, and all opinions are my own.
What is Beyond Sausage pasta with sriracha mayo?
Quick answer: Beyond Sausage pasta with sriracha mayo is a creamy, spicy vegan pasta made by tossing seared plant-based Beyond Sausage, sautéed carrots and onions, and cooked fusilli with a sauce of vegan mayo, sriracha, and chili garlic crisp, then finishing it with lemon juice and fresh dill and cilantro. Made with high-protein Brami fusilli, it takes about 30 minutes and serves 4.
This recipe at a glance
- Total time: about 30 minutes
- Serves: 4
- Flavor: spicy, creamy, garlicky, savory, and bright
- Protein: Beyond Sausage plus lupini-bean Brami pasta makes this a seriously high-protein dinner
- Diet: 100% vegan and dairy-free (not gluten-free as written)
Why you'll love this recipe
- Crowd-pleaser. Tested on a table of hungry friends in Austin. No leftovers.
- No-cook sauce. The sriracha mayo comes together in seconds and turns creamy the moment it hits hot pasta.
- Big protein. Brami fusilli has about 21 g of protein per serving before you even add the sausage.
- Texture heaven. Crispy-edged sausage, tender carrots, crunchy chili crisp, and fresh herbs in every bite.
- Easy to customize. Turn the heat up or down and swap in whatever veggies you have.
Key ingredients
Brami fusilli
Brami is an Italian protein pasta made from durum wheat semolina and lupini beans, with about 21 grams of protein and 9 grams of fiber per 3.5-ounce serving. The fusilli spirals trap the creamy sauce perfectly. New to it? Read our guide to Brami protein pasta ingredients and cook time. Any short pasta works too.
Beyond Sausage
Beyond Sausage is a plant-based sausage link that sears up juicy and golden with a savory, smoky bite. Slice it into coins so you get lots of crispy edges. Any vegan sausage works, including Field Roast or Impossible.
Carrots and onions
Sautéed until soft and lightly caramelized, they add natural sweetness that balances the heat.
Sriracha mayo
Vegan mayo whisked with Mr. Bing Sriracha makes a creamy, garlicky, gently tangy sauce with a kick. Mr. Bing's sriracha is made from chili peppers, garlic, sugar, salt, and vinegar, so it's vegan.
Chili garlic crisp
A spoonful of Mr. Bing Chili Crisp brings crunch, toasty garlic, and a little Sichuan tingle. It's made with chili, onions, garlic, mushroom powder, and Sichuan peppercorn, and contains no animal products. It comes in mild and spicy.
Lemon, dill, and cilantro
The finishing touch. Lemon juice cuts through the creamy sauce, and the dill and cilantro add a fresh, herby lift you don't expect.
How to make spicy Beyond Sausage pasta
- Cook the pasta. Boil the Brami fusilli in well-salted water until al dente, about 10 minutes (check your box). Reserve ½ cup of pasta water, then drain.
- Sauté the carrots and onions. While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the carrots and onion with a pinch of salt and cook 6 to 8 minutes until soft and lightly golden.
- Sear the sausage. Push the veggies to the side, add the sliced Beyond Sausage, and sear 3 to 4 minutes, flipping once, until browned on both sides.
- Season to taste. Add black pepper, garlic powder, and a pinch of smoked paprika if you like. Taste and adjust the salt.
- Make the sriracha mayo. In a small bowl, whisk the vegan mayo, sriracha, and chili garlic crisp.
- Toss it all together. Add the pasta to the skillet with a splash of pasta water and toss. Turn off the heat, then stir in the sriracha mayo until everything is creamy and coated. Add more pasta water if it looks thick.
- Finish and serve. Squeeze in the lemon juice, shower with chopped dill and cilantro, and add an extra spoonful of chili crisp on top.
Tips for the best sriracha mayo pasta
- Add the mayo off the heat. High heat can make mayo split or turn greasy. Stir it in after you turn off the burner.
- Save pasta water. A splash loosens the sauce and helps it cling to every spiral.
- Slice the sausage into coins. More surface area means more crispy, caramelized edges.
- Control the heat. Start with less sriracha and chili crisp, taste, then add more. Mr. Bing's mild chili crisp is great for spice-shy eaters.
- Don't skip the herbs. Dill and cilantro make it taste fresh instead of heavy.
Variations
- Extra veggies: add bell peppers, zucchini, broccoli, or a few handfuls of spinach.
- Gochujang mayo: swap the sriracha for gochujang for a sweeter, deeper heat.
- Cold pasta salad: let the pasta cool, toss with the sauce, and serve chilled with cucumbers.
- Crunchy topping: add toasted sesame seeds, crushed peanuts, or panko.
- Different protein: use crispy tofu, tempeh, or chickpeas instead of sausage.
Substitutions
- Brami fusilli: any short pasta, or gluten-free pasta for a gluten-free version.
- Beyond Sausage: any plant-based sausage, crumbled tempeh, or smoked tofu.
- Mr. Bing Sriracha: any vegan sriracha or chili garlic sauce.
- Mr. Bing Chili Crisp: any vegan chili crisp or chili oil.
- Vegan mayo: vegan Greek yogurt or blended silken tofu for a lighter sauce.
- Dill and cilantro: parsley, basil, or green onions.
Storage and reheating
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a skillet with a splash of water, or enjoy it cold like a pasta salad. Add fresh lemon and herbs before serving. Freezing isn't recommended because the mayo-based sauce can separate.
Spicy Beyond Sausage Pasta with Brami Fusilli & Sriracha Mayo
Equipment
- Large pot
- Large skillet
Ingredients
Pasta
- 12 oz Brami fusilli or any short pasta
- ½ cup reserved pasta water
Sausage and veggies
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 medium carrots sliced into thin coins
- 1 onion sliced
- 4 links Beyond Sausage sliced into ½-inch coins
- salt and black pepper to taste
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder optional
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika optional
Sriracha mayo
- ⅓ cup vegan mayo
- 1 to 2 tablespoon Mr. Bing Sriracha or any vegan sriracha, to taste
- 1 to 2 tablespoon Mr. Bing Chili Crisp plus more to serve
To finish
- ½ lemon juiced, plus wedges to serve
- ¼ cup fresh dill chopped
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro chopped
Instructions
- Boil the Brami fusilli in well-salted water until al dente, about 10 minutes. Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain.
- Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté the carrots and onion with a pinch of salt for 6 to 8 minutes until soft and lightly golden.
- Push the veggies aside, add the sliced Beyond Sausage, and sear 3 to 4 minutes, flipping once, until browned.
- Season with pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and salt to taste.
- Whisk the vegan mayo, sriracha, and chili crisp in a small bowl.
- Add the pasta and a splash of pasta water to the skillet and toss. Turn off the heat and stir in the sriracha mayo until creamy, adding more pasta water if needed.
- Finish with lemon juice, dill, cilantro, and an extra spoonful of chili crisp.
Notes
Frequently asked questions
What is sriracha mayo?
Sriracha mayo is a creamy, spicy sauce made by mixing mayonnaise with sriracha chili sauce. This vegan version uses plant-based mayo, and in this recipe it doubles as a no-cook pasta sauce.
Is Beyond Sausage vegan?
Yes. Beyond Sausage is a plant-based sausage made without any animal products, so it works in vegan recipes.
Is Mr. Bing Chili Crisp vegan?
Based on its ingredient list (canola oil, onions, chili peppers, rice bran, garlic, sugar, salt, mushroom powder, and spices), Mr. Bing Chili Crisp contains no animal products.
Is this Beyond Sausage pasta high in protein?
Yes. Brami fusilli has about 21 grams of protein per 3.5-ounce serving, and the Beyond Sausage adds even more, making this a high-protein vegan dinner.
Is this pasta gluten-free?
Not as written. Brami pasta contains durum wheat. Use a gluten-free pasta and check that your vegan sausage and sauces are gluten-free.
Why add the mayo off the heat?
Mayonnaise can separate and turn oily over high heat. Stirring it in after turning off the burner keeps the sauce smooth and creamy.
How spicy is this pasta?
It's medium-spicy as written. Use less sriracha and the mild chili crisp for a gentler version, or add more of both for extra heat.
Can I make this ahead?
Yes. It keeps in the fridge for up to 3 days and is also good cold as a pasta salad. Add fresh lemon and herbs before serving.
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