Description
This Vegan Caramelized Onion Pasta combines sweet, deeply caramelized onions with savory sun-dried tomatoes and a creamy vegan sauce, creating a rich and comforting dish perfect for a quick yet flavorful meal.
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Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 yellow onions, thinly sliced
- Water, for deglazing the pan
- 5 cloves garlic, sliced
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes, optional
- 1/4 cup julienned sun-dried tomatoes, jarred packed in oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1/2 cup store bought or homemade vegan cream
- 2 cups dry Orecchiette pasta or 4 servings of favorite pasta (plus 1 cup reserved pasta water)
- 1/4 cup freshly minced parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
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 1/2 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.
