Caramelized Onion and Garlic Spaghetti

Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Heat 2 tbsp butter and 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. 2Heat 2 tbsp butter and 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. 3Heat 2 tbsp butter and 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  4. 4Add the thinly sliced onions to the skillet and caramelize for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and jammy.
  5. 5Add the thinly sliced onions to the skillet and caramelize for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and jammy.
  6. 6Add the thinly sliced onions to the skillet and caramelize for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and jammy.
  7. 7While onions are caramelizing, boil a pot of salted water and cook the pasta until al dente, then drain and reserve some pasta water.
  8. 8While onions are caramelizing, boil a pot of salted water and cook the pasta until al dente, then drain and reserve some pasta water.
  9. 9While onions are caramelizing, boil a pot of salted water and cook the pasta until al dente, then drain and reserve some pasta water.
  10. 10Once onions are deeply golden, stir in minced garlic and seasonings (paprika, garlic powder, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning) and let bloom for one minute.
  11. 11Once onions are deeply golden, stir in minced garlic and seasonings (paprika, garlic powder, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning) and let bloom for one minute.
  12. 12Once onions are deeply golden, stir in minced garlic and seasonings (paprika, garlic powder, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning) and let bloom for one minute.
  13. 13Add chili crisp and sauté for another minute.
  14. 14Add chili crisp and sauté for another minute.
  15. 15Add chili crisp and sauté for another minute.
  16. 16Pour in the cream or coconut milk and let it simmer for a few minutes.
  17. 17Pour in the cream or coconut milk and let it simmer for a few minutes.
  18. 18Pour in the cream or coconut milk and let it simmer for a few minutes.
  19. 19Add the grated Parmesan cheese and stir to combine.
  20. 20Add the grated Parmesan cheese and stir to combine.
  21. 21Add the grated Parmesan cheese and stir to combine.
  22. 22Add the cooked pasta to the sauce and toss to coat.
  23. 23Add the cooked pasta to the sauce and toss to coat.
  24. 24Add the cooked pasta to the sauce and toss to coat.
  25. 25Use the reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce to a silky consistency if needed.
  26. 26Use the reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce to a silky consistency if needed.
  27. 27Use the reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce to a silky consistency if needed.
  28. 28Serve hot, optionally with an extra spoon of chili crisp and fresh parsley.
  29. 29Serve hot, optionally with an extra spoon of chili crisp and fresh parsley.
  30. 30Serve hot, optionally with an extra spoon of chili crisp and fresh parsley.

Ingredients

  • 1 large onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 large onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 large onion, thinly sliced
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tbsp chili crisp
  • 2 tbsp chili crisp
  • 2 tbsp chili crisp
  • 1 cup cream or coconut milk, room temperature
  • 1 cup cream or coconut milk, room temperature
  • 1 cup cream or coconut milk, room temperature
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 0.5 cup fresh Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 0.5 cup fresh Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 0.5 cup fresh Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 8 oz (225g) pasta of your choice
  • 8 oz (225g) pasta of your choice
  • 8 oz (225g) pasta of your choice
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp pepper
  • 1 tsp pepper
  • 1 tsp pepper
  • 1 tsp italian seasoning
  • 1 tsp italian seasoning
  • 1 tsp italian seasoning
  • fresh parsley
  • fresh parsley
  • fresh parsley

Equipment

large skilletpotgrater

Tips

  • Best served with chicken, shrimp, or tofu.
  • Save some pasta water to loosen the sauce if it's too thick, aiming for silky, not sticky.
  • Serve hot with an extra spoon of chili crisp for a spicy kick and a sprinkle of fresh parsley if desired.
  • If onions start sticking, add a splash of water.
  • Use fresh garlic.
  • Bring cream or coconut milk to room temperature beforehand for best results