Description
Creamy french onion dip delivers classic comfort with caramelized onions and tangy sour cream. Rich flavors and smooth texture invite friends and family to gather around this irresistible appetizer that promises pure deliciousness.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup sour cream
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 large yellow onions, finely chopped
Seasoning and Spices:
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
Cooking Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) unsalted butter
- Chopped chives (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Gently melt butter in a spacious skillet over medium-low temperature, creating a warm foundation for transforming raw onions into a rich, sweet delicacy.
- Incorporate chopped onions, a pinch of salt, and a touch of sugar, initiating the slow caramelization process that will develop deep, complex flavors.
- Patiently stir the onions every few minutes, allowing them to gradually transform from pale and crisp to a luxurious golden-brown color over 25-30 minutes.
- Splash Worcestershire sauce into the caramelized onions, infusing an extra layer of umami depth, then set aside to cool completely.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together creamy sour cream and mayonnaise, creating a smooth, velvety base for the dip.
- Sprinkle garlic and onion powders into the cream mixture, enhancing the overall aromatic profile with subtle, savory notes.
- Fold the cooled caramelized onions into the creamy mixture, ensuring even distribution of the sweet, deeply flavored onions.
- Season the dip with salt and pepper, tasting and adjusting to achieve a perfectly balanced flavor profile.
- Seal the dip in an airtight container and refrigerate for a minimum of one hour, allowing the ingredients to meld and intensify their collective taste.
- Before serving, optionally garnish with finely chopped chives to add a fresh, mild onion brightness and visual appeal.
- Present the dip alongside crisp chips, crackers, or an array of fresh, crunchy vegetables for a versatile and irresistible appetizer.
Notes
- Slow-cook onions on low heat to prevent burning and achieve rich, sweet caramelization without bitter notes.
- Use a heavy-bottomed skillet for even heat distribution and consistent caramelization of onions.
- Add a splash of balsamic vinegar during onion cooking for deeper flavor complexity and enhanced sweetness.
- Substitute sour cream with Greek yogurt for a lighter, protein-rich version that maintains creamy texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg