Caramelized Onion Pasta Recipe
A creamy caramelized onion pasta recipe that is quick to prepare and perfect for any dinner occasion.
Equipment
- Large skillet or frying pan
- Pasta pot
- Wooden Spoon
- Knife and Cutting Board
Ingredients
Onions
- 5 pcs large onions thinly sliced
Oils
- 3 tablespoon olive oil
Cheeses
- 180 g vegan cream cheese or regular cream cheese
- 50 g vegan parmesan cheese or regular parmesan cheese
Seasonings
- Salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Pasta
- 400 g cooked pasta
- ½ cup pasta water
Garnishes
- fresh parsley chopped, for garnishing
- chili oil for drizzling
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium-low heat. Add the sliced onions and a pinch of salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 30–40 minutes until deeply golden and caramelized.
- Transfer the caramelized onions to a large mixing bowl. Add the cream cheese, Parmesan, a generous amount of black pepper, and pasta water. Stir until well combined and creamy.
- Return the mixture to the pan over low heat. Add the cooked pasta and toss until everything is well coated and heated through.
- Plate the pasta, then garnish with chopped parsley and a drizzle of chili oil.
Notes
This dish can be made vegan or with regular dairy options.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 505kcalCarbohydrates: 53gProtein: 15gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 9mgSodium: 385mgPotassium: 329mgFiber: 8gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 101IUVitamin C: 14mgCalcium: 228mgIron: 2mg
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