This week at Chez Trips, we’re bringing bold, savory flavors to your plate with our Sweet & Spicy Caramelized Onion Pasta! Perfectly al dente pasta is tossed in a rich, sweet, and spicy sauce made with golden caramelized onions, zesty garlic, and a kick of chili oil, or your favorite sauce flavor.Topped with freshly grated parmesan and optional parsley for a burst of freshness, this dish strikes the perfect balance between comfort and heat.Whether you’re craving something easy and delicious for dinner or looking to impress with a gourmet touch, this pasta dish delivers. It’s a simple recipe that packs complex flavors, and as always, it will be BEAUTIFUL!
Ingredients
12 ozSpaghetti or your favorite pastause whole wheat
3largeOnionsthinly sliced
3tbspof Olive oil
2tbspof Butter
2clovesof minced Garlic
½tspof Sugarsubstitute with stevia
¼cupof Chili oilOR Hoisin sauce
½cupof grated Parmesan cheese
¼cupof chopped Parsley(optional)
Salt and Black pepperto taste
Chilli powderto taste (optional)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.
Heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat in a large skillet. Add the sliced onions and sugar. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 20–25 minutes until the onions are golden and caramelized. Season with salt and pepper.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add the chili oil to your sauce flavor of choice, and mix well, letting the flavors meld for another minute.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet along with the reserved pasta water. Toss to coat the pasta evenly in the caramelized onion mixture.
Divide the pasta into bowls and top with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley if desired. Serve immediately for a flavorful and spicy delight.