Caramelize the Onions: Heat olive oil or butter in a pan over medium heat. Add sliced onions and cook until golden brown and soft.
Add Aromatics & Flour: Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute. Sprinkle in the flour and stir well to absorb the pan oil.
Season: Add paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir to coat the onions evenly.
Build the Sauce: Pour in the pasta water and heavy cream. Stir continuously over medium heat until the sauce smoothly thickens and bubbles.
Flavor Boost: Mix in the chili crisp, soy sauce, shredded mozzarella, and parsley. Stir until the cheese completely melts into a rich, glossy sauce.
Combine: Add your cooked pasta directly into the sauce and toss until every strand is coated.
Serve: Finish with a generous grating of fresh Parmesan cheese over top and serve hot!
