Caramelized Onion and Garlic Spaghetti

Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Slice the onion thinly, mince the garlic, and measure out all seasonings.
  2. 2Slice the onion thinly, mince the garlic, and measure out all seasonings.
  3. 3Slice the onion thinly, mince the garlic, and measure out all seasonings.
  4. 4Bring a cup of cream or coconut milk to room temperature.
  5. 5Bring a cup of cream or coconut milk to room temperature.
  6. 6Bring a cup of cream or coconut milk to room temperature.
  7. 7Heat 2 tbsp butter and 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  8. 8Heat 2 tbsp butter and 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  9. 9Heat 2 tbsp butter and 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  10. 10Add the sliced onions to the skillet and caramelize for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and jammy. Add a splash of water if they start sticking.
  11. 11Add the sliced onions to the skillet and caramelize for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and jammy. Add a splash of water if they start sticking.
  12. 12Add the sliced onions to the skillet and caramelize for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and jammy. Add a splash of water if they start sticking.
  13. 13While the onions are caramelizing, boil a pot of salted water and cook the pasta until al dente. Drain, reserving some pasta water.
  14. 14While the onions are caramelizing, boil a pot of salted water and cook the pasta until al dente. Drain, reserving some pasta water.
  15. 15While the onions are caramelizing, boil a pot of salted water and cook the pasta until al dente. Drain, reserving some pasta water.
  16. 16Once the onions are deeply golden, stir in the minced garlic and all the seasonings. Let it bloom for a minute.
  17. 17Once the onions are deeply golden, stir in the minced garlic and all the seasonings. Let it bloom for a minute.
  18. 18Once the onions are deeply golden, stir in the minced garlic and all the seasonings. Let it bloom for a minute.
  19. 19Add the chili crisp and sauté for a minute.
  20. 20Add the chili crisp and sauté for a minute.
  21. 21Add the chili crisp and sauté for a minute.
  22. 22Pour in the cream (or coconut milk) and let it simmer for a few minutes.
  23. 23Pour in the cream (or coconut milk) and let it simmer for a few minutes.
  24. 24Pour in the cream (or coconut milk) and let it simmer for a few minutes.
  25. 25Add the grated Parmesan cheese and stir until melted and combined.
  26. 26Add the grated Parmesan cheese and stir until melted and combined.
  27. 27Add the grated Parmesan cheese and stir until melted and combined.
  28. 28Add the cooked pasta to the sauce and toss to coat.
  29. 29Add the cooked pasta to the sauce and toss to coat.
  30. 30Add the cooked pasta to the sauce and toss to coat.
  31. 31Use the reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce if it’s too thick, aiming for a silky consistency.
  32. 32Use the reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce if it’s too thick, aiming for a silky consistency.
  33. 33Use the reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce if it’s too thick, aiming for a silky consistency.
  34. 34Serve hot with an extra spoon of chili crisp on top for a spicy kick and a sprinkle of fresh parsley if desired.
  35. 35Serve hot with an extra spoon of chili crisp on top for a spicy kick and a sprinkle of fresh parsley if desired.
  36. 36Serve hot with an extra spoon of chili crisp on top for a spicy kick and a sprinkle of fresh parsley if desired.

Ingredients

  • 1 large onion
  • 1 large onion
  • 1 large onion
  • 4 garlic cloves
  • 4 garlic cloves
  • 4 garlic cloves
  • 2 tbsp chili crisp
  • 2 tbsp chili crisp
  • 2 tbsp chili crisp
  • 1 cup cream or coconut milk
  • 1 cup cream or coconut milk
  • 1 cup cream or coconut milk
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 0.5 cup fresh Parmesan cheese
  • 0.5 cup fresh Parmesan cheese
  • 0.5 cup fresh Parmesan cheese
  • 8 oz pasta
  • 8 oz pasta
  • 8 oz pasta
  • 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

Equipment

large skilletpotgrater

Tips

  • Best served with chicken, shrimp, or tofu.
  • Use fresh garlic.
  • Save pasta water to loosen the sauce if it's too thick.
  • Serve hot with an extra spoon of chili crisp and fresh parsley if desired