Description
A delightful pasta dish featuring caramelized onions and zesty chili oil, perfect for busy weeknights and gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz Pasta (your choice; use gluten-free for a gluten-free option)
- 2 medium Onions (sweet varieties preferred; can swap with shallots)
- 3 tablespoons Chili Oil (adjust to preferred heat level)
- 1 cup Cream (heavy cream or coconut cream for dairy-free)
- 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
- Olive oil (for cooking)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta, reserving about 1 cup of the pasta water.
- Slice the onions thinly for even caramelization.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add a tablespoon of olive oil.
- Add the sliced onions to the skillet and stir to coat in the oil. Cook for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until caramelized.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the cream and add chili oil. Mix well and bring to a gentle simmer.
- If needed, gradually add a bit of reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce.
- Fold the cooked pasta into the sauce and toss until evenly coated.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve immediately.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider garnishing with fresh herbs like parsley or basil. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: main course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg