A simple, tasty pasta made with sweet caramelized onions and garlic.
introduction
This dish mixes soft, sweet onions and warm garlic with pasta. It cooks fast and uses few things. If you like easy pasta meals, try the cheesy spaghetti with wings and garlic bread for another simple idea.
why make this recipe
You make this recipe because it tastes rich but uses little work. The caramelized onions bring a sweet, deep flavor. Garlic adds warmth. The cream or coconut milk makes the sauce smooth. You can add chicken, shrimp, or tofu for protein. It pairs well with simple sides like fried potatoes and onions.
how to make Caramelized Onion and Garlic Spaghetti
Work in small steps. Cook the pasta. Slow-cook onions and garlic until soft and brown. Add chili crisp for heat. Pour in cream or coconut milk and let it sit until it thickens a little. Mix the pasta with the sauce and serve with cheese and your choice of protein.
Ingredients :
- spaghetti
- onions
- garlic
- chili crisp
- Parmesan cheese
- cream or coconut milk
- salt
- pepper
- chicken, shrimp, or tofu (optional)
Directions :
- Cook spaghetti according to package instructions.
- In a pan, caramelize sliced onions and minced garlic over medium heat until golden and soft.
- Add chili crisp, salt, and pepper to the pan.
- Pour in cream or coconut milk and let simmer.
- Toss cooked spaghetti in the sauce.
- Serve with grated Parmesan and choice of chicken, shrimp, or tofu.
how to serve Caramelized Onion and Garlic Spaghetti
Serve hot on warm plates. Add grated Parmesan and a pinch of black pepper. Offer chicken, shrimp, or tofu on top if you like more protein. You can also serve it with a simple side like garlic butter steak and potatoes for a fuller meal.
how to store Caramelized Onion and Garlic Spaghetti
Let the pasta cool to room temperature. Put it in a sealed container. Keep in the fridge for 3 to 4 days. Reheat on the stove with a splash of water or cream to loosen the sauce. You can freeze it, but texture may change.
tips to make Caramelized Onion and Garlic Spaghetti
- Slice onions thin for even caramelizing.
- Cook onions low and slow to pull out the sweet flavor.
- Stir often so garlic does not burn.
- Use a little pasta water to help the sauce cling to the spaghetti.
- Taste and add salt at the end to avoid over-salting.
variation (if any)
- Use coconut milk for a dairy-free version.
- Swap chili crisp for red pepper flakes for a different heat.
- Add mushrooms or spinach for more vegetables.
- Use whole wheat or gluten-free spaghetti as needed.
FAQs
Q: Can I skip the cream?
A: Yes. You can use a splash of pasta water and extra Parmesan for a lighter sauce.
Q: How long to caramelize onions?
A: About 20 to 30 minutes on medium-low heat until they are deep golden and soft.
Q: Can I make this vegetarian?
A: Yes. Leave out meat and use tofu or extra vegetables.
Q: Can I use jarred caramelized onions?
A: You can, but fresh gives better flavor.
Q: How to thicken the sauce?
A: Let it simmer longer or add more cheese to thicken.
Conclusion
This recipe is similar to the version on Caramelized Onion and Garlic Spaghetti – One Happy Bite, which shows another take on the dish. Many people talk about a viral video and review of this style, for example on This Viral Caramelized Onion Pasta With Over 20 Million Views Is …. For a roasted garlic twist, see the related recipe at caramelized onion & roasted garlic pasta – Two Red Bowls.
Caramelized Onion and Garlic Spaghetti
Ingredients
Pasta and Sauce Ingredients
- 12 ounces spaghetti Cook according to package instructions.
- 2 large onions Thinly sliced for even caramelizing.
- 4 cloves garlic Minced.
- 1 tablespoon chili crisp Add for heat.
- 1/2 cup cream or coconut milk Coconut milk for dairy-free version.
- to taste salt Adjust at the end to avoid over-salting.
- to taste pepper Freshly ground for best flavor.
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese Grated, for serving.
- optional chicken, shrimp, or tofu Add for protein.
Instructions
Cooking
- Cook spaghetti according to package instructions.
- In a pan, caramelize sliced onions and minced garlic over medium heat until golden and soft (about 20-30 minutes).
- Add chili crisp, salt, and pepper to the pan.
- Pour in cream or coconut milk and let simmer until slightly thickened.
- Toss cooked spaghetti in the sauce.
- Serve with grated Parmesan and your choice of chicken, shrimp, or tofu.
