The #1 Recipe of 2025: Caramelized Onion and Garlic Spaghetti

To try

Spaghetti coated in a creamy caramelized onion and garlic sauce with chili crisp, Parmesan and warm spices.

Serves 4

Let’s make it

Step by step

Step 1

Slice your onion like it owes you money, mince that garlic (use fresh please), and measure out all your seasoning. Bring 250 ml of cream or coconut milk to room temperature.

1 large onion, thinly sliced4 garlic cloves, minced250 ml cream or coconut milk, room temperature1 tsp garlic powder1 tsp Italian seasoning

Step 2

Heat 2 tbsp butter + 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium. Add in the onions and let them vibe for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and jammy. If they start sticking, hit ‘em with a splash of water.

2 tbsp butter1 tbsp olive oil1 tsp paprika1 tsp salt1 tsp pepper

Step 3

While your onions are caramelizing like sweet little angels, boil a pot of salted water and cook the pasta until al dente. Drain, but don’t forget to save some of that pasta water, it’s liquid gold.

225 g pasta of your choice

Step 4

When the onions are deeply golden, stir in your minced garlic and all the seasonings. Let it all bloom for a minute, then add the chili crisp and saute for a minute. Pour in your cream (or coconut milk). Let it simmer and get cozy for a few minutes then add the grated Parmesan cheese.

2 tbsp chili crisp50 g fresh Parmesan cheese, grated

Step 5

Add your pasta to the sauce and toss to coat. Use that reserved pasta water to loosen things up if it’s too thick… you’re going for silky, not sticky.

1 tbsp soy sauce, optional

Step 6

Serve hot with an extra spoon of chili crisp on top for a spicy kick and maybe a sprinkle of fresh parsley if you’re feelin’ fancy.

Per serving · approximate

Nutrition

25Fat56Carbs3Fiber11Protein485Calories