Description
Caramelized Onion Pasta with Chilli Oil is a delightful dish that combines rich flavors for an unforgettable meal.
Ingredients
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- 300g pasta of your choice (spaghetti, fettuccine, or penne)
- 2 large onions, thinly sliced
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to preference)
- 2 tablespoons chilli oil
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving about 1 cup of pasta water.
- In a large skillet, heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and sprinkle with sugar and a pinch of salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 15-20 minutes, or until the onions are golden brown and caramelized.
- Once the onions are caramelized, add black pepper and red pepper flakes to the skillet. Stir well to combine and cook for an additional 2 minutes to enhance the flavors.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the caramelized onions. Toss everything together, adding reserved pasta water gradually until the desired sauce consistency is achieved.
- Drizzle the chilli oil over the pasta and toss to coat evenly. Taste and adjust seasoning with extra salt and pepper if needed.
Notes
- Feel free to adjust the amount of red pepper flakes based on your spice preference.
- Serve with grated Parmesan cheese for added flavor.
- Garnish with chopped parsley for a fresh touch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 5mg