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Vegan Caramelized Onion Pasta Recipe

Vegan Caramelized Onion Pasta Recipe

A delicious Vegan Caramelized Onion Pasta Recipe featuring savory caramelized onions and creamy vegan sauce.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian, vegan
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • large pot
  • large skillet

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 medium yellow onions, thinly sliced
  • Water, for deglazing the pan
  • 5 cloves garlic, sliced
  • 2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • ¼ cup julienned sun-dried tomatoes, jarred packed in oil
  • 2 tablespoon balsamic glaze
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • ½ cup store bought or homemade vegan cream
  • 2 cups dry Orecchiette pasta or favorite pasta plus 1 cup reserved pasta water
  • ¼ cup freshly minced parsley
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

Cooking Instructions

  • Caramelize the Onions: Fill one large pot with water for the pasta and set aside. Heat a large skillet over medium heat, then add the oil to warm through. Once warm, add the onions along with a pinch of salt. Sauté the onions, stirring frequently for about 5 minutes or until you start noticing some brown streaks on the surface of the pan. Add 1-2 tablespoons of water and stir into the onions to deglaze the pan. Continue cooking the onions, adding a splash of water as needed to prevent the onions from sticking or burning until they become a deep golden brown color (this will take about 15 minutes).
  • Add Garlic and Seasonings: Add in the garlic, Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes and sauté with the onions until the garlic is cooked through and the onions are jammy, about 3-4 minutes. Continue deglazing the pan as needed.
  • Cook the Pasta: While the onions are cooking, begin boiling the water for the pasta. Salt the water generously and once boiling add in the pasta and cook according to package. Make sure to reserve 1 cup of the pasta water.
  • Combine Sauce and Pasta: To the onions add the sun-dried tomatoes, balsamic glaze, soy sauce, cream and ½ cup of the pasta water. Stir well to combine then fold in the pasta and parsley. If needed add more pasta water until the pasta is at the level of creaminess you like.
  • Serve: Serve the pasta as is or pair with your favorite protein like roasted chickpeas or tofu.

Notes

Use water to deglaze the pan to prevent onions from burning and to develop deep caramelization. Reserve pasta water to adjust sauce creaminess as needed. Optional red pepper flakes add a gentle heat. Pair with roasted chickpeas or tofu for added protein.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg
Keyword Caramelized Onion Pasta, Onion Pasta, Pasta Recipe, Quick Dinner, Vegan Pasta, Vegan Recipe
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