GARLIC CHILI OIL NOODLES WITH CARAMELIZED ONIONS

Serves: 2 

Ingredients 

• 3 tbsp butter 
• ½ tsp sugar 
• 1 Medium Sweet Onion, thinly sliced  
• 5 tbsp vegetable or sesame oil 
• 2 (3 oz) ramen noodle packages 
• 1 tbsp red chili flakes 
• 2 garlic cloves, finely minced 
• 1 ½ tbsp chopped green onion 
• 2 tbsp soy sauce 
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar 
• ½ tsp sugar 
• ½ tsp chicken bouillon powder 
• 1 ½ tsp sesame seeds 

 Instructions 

1.  Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Thinly slice onion and add to the large pot. Season with a ⅛ tsp salt and sugar. 
2.  Reduce heat to medium low and cook until onions begin to caramelize. Stir frequently to prevent burning. This will take 15-20 minutes.  
3. While onions cook, prepare the ramen according to package instructions. Discard the seasoning packets.  
4. Prepare the topping while the ramen cooks. Remove noodles from water and drain. Place the noodles into a serving bowl and top with chili flakes, onion, garlic, soy sauce, and vinegar.  
5.  Place the oil in a small pan and heat until sizzling. Pour the oil over the garlic and chili flakes sitting on top of the noodles. Toss to evenly coat.  
6.  Serve in bowls, top with caramelized onions and sesame seeds.  

 Recipe courtesy of Ashley Lecker.