Following in the footsteps of Allison Roman's viral shallot pasta, this dish is built upon a super flavorful base of caramelized onion and tomato paste. I added capers and basil for a new twist.
What you will need
1/4 cup Olive Oil
5 cloves Garlic
6 Shallots
1/4 tsp Salt
pinch Black Pepper
1 tsp Red Pepper Flakes
4.5 oz Tomato Paste
2 Tbsp Capers
1 lb Pasta
1 cup Fresh Basil
(Nutritional facts 227 calories, 3.46 g fat, 42.64 g carbohydrates, 7.52 g protein, 1 mg cholesterol, 970 mg sodium)How to cook
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Gather and portion all ingredients.
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Peel and thinly slice the garlic cloves.
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Peel and cut shallots in half. Thinly slice.
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Add the olive oil to a heavy bottomed pot. Toss in the sliced shallots, salt, and pepper.
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Stirring occasionally, cook shallots over medium heat for about 15-20 minutes or until golden brown and jammy.
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While you caramelize the shallots, bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package instructions.
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Once the shallots are caramelized, add in the red pepper flakes (less if you prefer less spicy), tomato paste, and the capers.
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Cook the mixture for a few more minute and stir until combined.
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Pick the basil leaves from the stem and stack. Roll together and thinly slice.
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