Simple Caramelized Onion Pasta (Printable Recipe Version)
Caramelized onions and cream create a rich, velvety pasta accented by fresh parsley and a hint of chilli oil.
# Ingredients You’ll Need:
→ Sauce Ingredients
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4 tablespoons olive oil
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2 tablespoons butter
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2 onions, finely sliced
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2 tablespoons chili oil
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500 ml heavy cream
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1 tablespoon garlic powder
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Salt and pepper to taste
→ Garnish
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4 tablespoons freshly chopped parsley
# Steps to Make It:
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In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over low to medium heat. Add the sliced onions and caramelize them slowly for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally until they turn a deep golden brown and release a sweet aroma.
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Stir in the chili oil until well combined. Pour in the heavy cream, sprinkle in garlic powder, salt, and pepper, and let the mixture simmer gently for 5 minutes to meld the flavors.
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Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta and reserve some starchy pasta water.
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Add the drained pasta and reserved starchy pasta water to the skillet with the sauce. Simmer on medium-high heat for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally to evenly combine.
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Turn off the heat, sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the pasta, and add a teaspoon of salt if needed. Let it cool for a couple of minutes before serving.
# Extra Information:
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Cooking the onions slowly is crucial to achieving their deep golden color and sweet flavor.
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Reserve starchy pasta water to help thicken the sauce and bind it to the pasta.