Caramelized Onion Pasta with Sundried Tomatoes and Chili Crisps Recipe
This creamy caramelized onion pasta combines deeply caramelized onions with sundried tomatoes, a touch of chili crisp for heat, and a rich parmesan cream sauce, tossed with al dente linguine or buccatini. It’s a comforting and flavorful vegetarian pasta dish perfect for a cozy meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Vegetables and Aromatics
- 4 large onions
- ¼ cup chopped sundried tomatoes
- Fresh chopped parsley, for garnish
Liquids and Oils
- ⅓ cup olive oil
- 1 cup heavy cream
Other Ingredients
- 1 Tbsp chili crisp or chili crunch
- ⅓ cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 lb linguine or buccatini, cooked al dente
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the onions: Cut the onions in half and peel them. Thinly slice all the onions lengthwise and transfer them to a large pot or wide sauté pan. Pour in the ⅓ cup of olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Caramelize the onions: Set the pan over medium heat until the onions just start to sizzle. Reduce the heat to medium-low and cook, stirring every 5 to 7 minutes, for about 45 minutes or until the onions are deeply caramelized and reduced to about 1 ½ cups in volume.
- Add sundried tomatoes and chili crisp: Increase the heat to medium, then add the chopped sundried tomatoes and chili crisp to the pan. Stir well to combine the flavors.
- Create the cream sauce: Pour in the heavy cream and bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat. Then add the grated parmesan cheese and reduce the heat back to medium-low to gently cook the cream sauce for 3 to 4 minutes, allowing it to thicken slightly.
- Toss pasta in sauce: Add the cooked linguine or buccatini to the pan and toss well to combine the pasta with the creamy onion sauce. Let it cook together for 1 more minute so the pasta absorbs the flavors.
- Serve and garnish: Plate the pasta and garnish with extra parmesan cheese and fresh chopped parsley for a fresh finish.
Notes
- Cook the onions low and slow to develop a deep, rich caramelization without burning.
- Use good quality olive oil and parmesan cheese for the best flavor.
- Chili crisp adds a subtle spice and crunch; substitute with chili flakes if unavailable.
- Reserve some pasta water before draining to adjust sauce consistency if needed.
- This dish is best served immediately but can be reheated gently with a splash of cream or water.
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