Description
Indulge in this flavorful pasta dish featuring caramelized onions and a kick of chili oil, topped with fresh parsley and Parmesan cheese for a delicious meal.
Ingredients
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For the Pasta:
- 12 oz (340g) pasta of your choice (spaghetti, fettuccine, or penne works well)
- Salt (for boiling pasta water)
For the Caramelized Onions:
- 2 large onions, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 teaspoon sugar (optional, to help caramelize)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Chilli Oil:
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 tablespoon chili flakes (adjust based on preferred spice level)
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
For Garnish:
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
- Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- Extra chili oil (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Caramelize the Onions: In a skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add onions, sugar, salt, and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onions are caramelized.
- Prepare the Chilli Oil: In a small saucepan, combine olive oil, chili flakes, garlic, smoked paprika, and salt. Heat over low heat for a few minutes to infuse the flavors.
- Assemble: Toss the cooked pasta with caramelized onions and chili oil. Serve topped with fresh parsley, Parmesan cheese, and extra chili oil if desired.
Notes
- You can adjust the spice level of the chili oil by adding more or fewer chili flakes.
- Feel free to customize the dish with additional ingredients like roasted vegetables or grilled chicken.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 400 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 55 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg