Caramelized Onion Pasta with Chilli Oil
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Caramelized Onion Pasta with Chilli Oil, a dish that beautifully marries the sweetness of caramelized onions with the heat of homemade chili oil. This easy-to-make pasta is perfect for cozy dinners or entertaining guests, offering a rich taste experience that will tantalize your taste buds. With its customizable spice level and versatility, it can serve as a satisfying main course or an impressive side dish. Whether paired with fresh salad or topped with herbs, this recipe is bound to please everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz pasta (spaghetti, fettuccine, or penne)
- 2 large onions, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 teaspoon sugar (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cup olive oil for chili oil
- 1 tablespoon chili flakes (adjust based on preferred spice level)
- 1 garlic clove, minced
Instructions
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium-low heat. Add sliced onions and salt; cook for about 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- In another pan on low heat, combine olive oil, chili flakes, minced garlic, and salt. Simmer gently for 5 minutes.
- Boil salted water and cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve some pasta water before draining.
- Add caramelized onions and cooked pasta back into the skillet with some reserved pasta water if needed. Drizzle with chili oil to taste and toss well.
- Plate the dish and garnish with fresh parsley or Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 15mg