Description
A delicious pasta dish featuring caramelized onions and a hint of chili oil for a flavorful kick.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces pasta (spaghetti or fettuccine)
- 2 large onions, thinly sliced
- 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 1 teaspoon salt, divided
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 20-25 minutes, or until the onions are deeply caramelized and golden brown.
- Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes to the skillet with the onions. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the garlic is fragrant.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, along with the reserved pasta water and the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Toss everything together until well combined. Season with black pepper and adjust salt if necessary.
- If desired, sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a creamier sauce, add a splash of heavy cream or a dollop of cream cheese when mixing the pasta with the onions.
- To add more protein, consider tossing in cooked chicken, shrimp, or chickpeas before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 5mg