# Caramelized Onion and Garlic Spaghetti

This is a sweet, savory, and spicy caramelized onion and garlic spaghetti recipe that is easy to make and very comforting.

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

## 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
- 8 oz 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

## Instructions

1. Heat 2 tablespoons of butter and 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add in the thinly sliced onions and caramelize them for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and jammy.
3. Boil a pot of salted water and cook the pasta until al dente, reserving some pasta water.
4. Once the onions are deeply golden, stir in the minced garlic and all the seasonings (paprika, garlic powder, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning).
5. Let the mixture bloom for a minute, then add the 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 to the sauce.
8. Add the cooked pasta to the sauce and toss to coat.
9. Use the reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce if needed, aiming for a silky consistency.

## 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.
- Add an extra spoon of chili crisp on top for a spicy kick.

## Source

- Original video: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DLQKCZ1Pdmc/?igsh=aDliZ256amk1YXRj
- Recipe page: https://www.cliprecipe.com/recipe/cba0b047-cc50-413c-9a8d-bcbb445c02a1
- Extracted: 2025-07-15

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