Caramelized Onion and Garlic Spaghetti

Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Thinly slice one large onion, mince four garlic cloves, and measure out all seasonings. Bring one cup of cream or coconut milk to room temperature.
  2. 2Thinly slice one large onion, mince four garlic cloves, and measure out all seasonings. Bring one cup of cream or coconut milk to room temperature.
  3. 3Thinly slice one large onion, mince four garlic cloves, and measure out all seasonings. Bring one cup of cream or coconut milk to room temperature.
  4. 4Heat 2 tablespoons of butter and 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  5. 5Heat 2 tablespoons of butter and 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  6. 6Heat 2 tablespoons of butter and 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  7. 7Add the sliced onions to the skillet and caramelize for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and jammy.
  8. 8Add the sliced onions to the skillet and caramelize for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and jammy.
  9. 9Add the sliced onions to the skillet and caramelize for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and jammy.
  10. 10While onions caramelize, boil a pot of salted water and cook 8 oz (225g) of pasta until al dente. Drain, reserving some pasta water.
  11. 11While onions caramelize, boil a pot of salted water and cook 8 oz (225g) of pasta until al dente. Drain, reserving some pasta water.
  12. 12While onions caramelize, boil a pot of salted water and cook 8 oz (225g) of pasta until al dente. Drain, reserving some pasta water.
  13. 13Once onions are deeply golden, stir in the minced garlic and all seasonings (paprika, garlic powder, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning). Let it bloom for a minute.
  14. 14Once onions are deeply golden, stir in the minced garlic and all seasonings (paprika, garlic powder, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning). Let it bloom for a minute.
  15. 15Once onions are deeply golden, stir in the minced garlic and all seasonings (paprika, garlic powder, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning). Let it bloom for a minute.
  16. 16Add 2 tablespoons of chili crisp and sauté for another minute.
  17. 17Add 2 tablespoons of chili crisp and sauté for another minute.
  18. 18Add 2 tablespoons of chili crisp and sauté for another minute.
  19. 19Pour in the cream or coconut milk and let it simmer for a few minutes.
  20. 20Pour in the cream or coconut milk and let it simmer for a few minutes.
  21. 21Pour in the cream or coconut milk and let it simmer for a few minutes.
  22. 22Add 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese and stir until incorporated.
  23. 23Add 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese and stir until incorporated.
  24. 24Add 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese and stir until incorporated.
  25. 25Add the cooked pasta to the sauce and toss to coat.
  26. 26Add the cooked pasta to the sauce and toss to coat.
  27. 27Add the cooked pasta to the sauce and toss to coat.
  28. 28Use the reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce if it's too thick.
  29. 29Use the reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce if it's too thick.
  30. 30Use the reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce if it's too thick.
  31. 31Serve hot with an extra spoon of chili crisp and a sprinkle of fresh parsley.
  32. 32Serve hot with an extra spoon of chili crisp and a sprinkle of fresh parsley.
  33. 33Serve hot with an extra spoon of chili crisp and a sprinkle of 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 pasta of your choice
  • 8 oz pasta of your choice
  • 8 oz 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.
  • If onions start sticking while caramelizing, add a splash of water.
  • Save pasta water to loosen sauce if it's too thick.