Description
A sweet and spicy flavor bomb featuring caramelized onions and a homemade chili oil.
Ingredients
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- 12 oz pasta (spaghetti, linguine, or penne)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for caramelizing onions)
- 1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 3 tablespoons olive oil (for chili oil)
- 1 tablespoon red chili flakes
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 small garlic clove, thinly sliced
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- Grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil or parsley, chopped
- Extra chili flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Caramelize the onions: Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a skillet over medium-low heat, add sliced onions and a pinch of salt, stir to coat, and cook, stirring occasionally, for 25 to 35 minutes until golden brown.
- Make the chili oil: In a small saucepan, warm 3 tablespoons olive oil over low heat, add sliced garlic, red chili flakes, and paprika, and cook gently until fragrant. Stir in soy sauce and remove from heat.
- Cook the pasta: In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil and cook pasta until al dente according to package instructions. Reserve a cup of pasta water, then drain.
- Combine pasta and onions: Mix caramelized onions into the drained pasta with the chili oil, adding reserved pasta water as needed to combine.
- Garnish and serve: Plate the pasta and finish with additional chili oil, Parmesan, and fresh herbs. Serve warm.
Notes
This dish stores well and can be reheated gently. Feel free to add protein or other vegetables for variety.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 15mg