Caramelized Onion Pasta with Chilli Oil

Name: Caramelized Onion Pasta with Chilli Oil
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 12 oz (340g) pasta of your choice (spaghetti, fettuccine, or penne works well); Salt (for boiling pasta water); 2 large onions, thinly sliced; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 tablespoon butter; 1 teaspoon sugar (optional, to help caramelize); Salt and pepper, to taste; 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; Fresh parsley, chopped (optional); Grated Parmesan cheese (optional); Extra chili oil (optional)

Instructions

Prep:10min

This Caramelized Onion Pasta with Chilli Oil is a bold and flavorful dish combining the sweetness of slow-cooked onions with the heat of homemade chili oil. The perfect balance of savory and spicy, it’s a simple yet irresistible recipe that elevates your pasta night to a whole new level!

Updated at: Thu, 14 May 2026 08:34:33 GMT