# Caramelized Onion and Garlic Spaghetti

This recipe is for a sweet, savory, and slightly spicy caramelized onion and garlic spaghetti that requires minimal effort and provides maximum comfort.

- Cuisine: Italian
- Category: Soup
- Language: en

## Ingredients

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

## Instructions

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

## Equipment

- large skillet
- pot
- grater

## 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

## Source

- Original video: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DLQKCZ1Pdmc/?igsh=MWFnY3EzbG9wN2U3Yw==
- Recipe page: https://www.cliprecipe.com/recipe/1ce7a1dd-33ea-4420-9826-fb33b0f59f97
- Extracted: 2025-07-03

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