Caramelized Onion & Garlic Spaghetti
Serves 1
Directions
- 1Heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- 2Add in the thinly sliced onions and let them caramelize for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and jammy.
- 3While onions are caramelizing, boil a pot of salted water and cook the pasta until al dente.
- 4Drain the pasta, reserving some of the pasta water.
- 5Once onions are deeply golden, stir in minced garlic and all the seasonings (paprika, garlic powder, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning).
- 6Let it all bloom for a minute, then add the chili crisp and sauté for another minute.
- 7Pour in the room temperature cream or coconut milk.
- 8Let the sauce simmer for a few minutes.
- 9Add the grated Parmesan cheese and stir until combined.
- 10Add the cooked pasta to the sauce and toss to coat.
- 11Use reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce to a silky consistency if it's too thick.
Ingredients
- 1 large onion
- 4 garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp chili crisp
- 1 cup cream or coconut milk
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 0.5 cup fresh Parmesan cheese, grated
- 8 oz pasta
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp pepper
- 1 tsp italian seasoning
Equipment
large skilletgrater
Tips
- Best served with chicken, shrimp, or tofu.
- If onions start sticking, add a splash of water.
- Save pasta water to loosen the sauce.
- Serve hot with an extra spoon of chili crisp and fresh parsley for garnish, if desired