The Vegan Caramelized Onion Pasta is a tasty and comforting meal. This dish contains 4 grams of fiber and 520 calories per serving. Takes 40 minutes to prepare this dish. We made this meal with spaghetti, olive oil, onion, vegan butter, garlic, chili crisp, soy sauce, maple syrup, seasoning, cooking cream, vegan parmesan, and parsley. Pair this recipe with herb focaccia, roasted asparagus, steamed green beans, simple cucumber salad, toasted sourdough, garlic roasted broccoli, or simple cucumber salad. Store this Vegan Caramelized Onion Pasta for 4 days in the refrigerator.
STATS:
- Total time: 40 minutes
- Cooking time: 30 minutes
- Diet: Vegan
- Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Serving: 4
- Course: Main
- Serving size: 1¼ cups
- Cuisine: Italian
- EQUIPMENT:
- Large skillet
- Measuring spoons
- Knife
- Cutting board
- Grater
- Large pot
- Colander
- Wooden spoon
- Tongs
- Measuring cups
INGREDIENTS:
- 8 oz dry thin spaghetti
- Half cup grated vegan Parmesan
- 1 large sliced white onion
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- Half tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 4 tbsp vegan butter
- 1 tsp paprika
- Half tsp garlic powder
- 4 minced garlic cloves
- 1–2 tbsp chili crisp
- Half tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- ⅔ cup unsweetened vegan cooking cream
- Two tbsp chopped parsley
INGREDIENT NOTES:
SPAGHETTI:
- This pasta works well with the creamy sauce and gives better results. It gives classic pasta texture and fiber to the recipe. You may use fettuccine as another choice.
WHITE ONION:
- It cooks slowly and gets caramelized in the meal. White onion provides a natural sweet taste and rich flavor to the sauce. Utilize sweet onions as a replacement.
CHILI CRISP:
- It is the savory ingredient in this pasta that provides a little texture. Chili crisp has flavorful oil that mixes well with the creamy sauce. You may use crushed red pepper flakes as a substitute.
OLIVE OIL:
- This oil prevents the ingredients from sticking to the pan. Olive oil includes a fruity taste in the pasta and richness to the onions. You may skip it and use a good non-stick skillet.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- First, peel the onion and slice into evenly thin strips.
- Put the skillet on medium-low flame, then add olive oil and 2 tbsp vegan butter.
- Cook the onion for 20 minutes, stirring frequently so it becomes lightly caramelized.
- Boil salted water in the pot and cook spaghetti as per package guidelines.
- Reserve half a cup of pasta water for later use and drain the pasta well.
- Add the remaining vegan butter to the onions when they become soft.
- Now cook the garlic for one minute, then mix chili crisp, soy sauce, and maple syrup in the skillet.
- Cook for one minute, then pour vegan cooking cream over it on low flame.
- Stir in paprika, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and black pepper, then simmer the ingredients gently for 5 minutes.
- Include vegan parmesan and melt it into the sauce, then add cooked spaghetti.
- Toss the ingredients and mix 1 tbsp reserved pasta at a time for the desired consistency.
- Lastly, add the pasta into four bowls and garnish with parsley and a little chili crisp.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
SALADS:
- Arugula Lemon Salad
- Italian Garden Salad
- Mediterranean Chickpea Salad
- Cucumber Tomato Salad
ROASTED VEGETABLES:
- Garlic Roasted Broccoli
- Lemon Roasted Zucchini
- Roasted Asparagus
- Balsamic Brussels Sprouts
BREAD:
- Vegan Garlic Bread
- Herb Focaccia
- Toasted Sourdough
- Whole-Grain Dinner Rolls
LIGHT SIDES:
- Steamed Green Beans
- Lemon-Dressed Greens
- Roasted Cherry Tomatoes
- Simple Cucumber Salad
PROTEIN SIDES:
- Crispy Tofu
- Italian Herb Tofu
- Grilled Tempeh
- White Bean Salad
TIPS:
- Cook the onions slowly to get the best sweet and rich taste in the pasta.
- Include pasta water 1 tbsp at a time to make the sauce silky.
- Use unsweetened cooking cream so as not to make the dish too sweet.
- Serve the pasta right after making because the sauce gets thick after cooling.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Place this dish in a container and store for 4 days.
FREEZER:
- Freeze this pasta in the box for one month.
FAQs:
Can I include regular cooking cream in this recipe?
- Yes, you may add it, but the recipe will not remain vegan.
How to reduce spice from this pasta?
- You may start with only one tbsp chili crisp and add more as per your spice preference.
Can I add other vegetables in this dish?
- Yes, you may add mushrooms, spinach, peas, or zucchini to the meal.
Is coconut cooking cream good to use?
- Yes, you may add unsweetened coconut cooking cream so the pasta becomes creamy with a mild coconut taste.
Can I skip chili crisp or replace it?
- Yes, you may skip it or replace it with red pepper flakes.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Calories: 520 kcal
Net carbs: 67 g
Iron: 3.4 mg
Total carbs: 71 g
Vitamin A: 1,650 IU
Fiber: 4 g
Calcium: 95 mg
Protein: 13 g
Sodium: 820 mg
Potassium: 390 mg
