Description
This classic French Onion Dip recipe features richly caramelized onions blended with sour cream and mayonnaise, flavored with garlic, Worcestershire sauce, and chives. Perfect for serving with chips or fresh vegetables, this dip combines deep, savory flavors with a creamy texture that’s ideal for parties or casual snacking.
Ingredients
Scale
Caramelized Onions
- 4 cups finely chopped yellow onions or sweet onions
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- ¾ teaspoon kosher salt, divided
- ¼ cup water
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
Dip Base
- 2 cups sour cream
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1 ½ teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon chives, chopped
Instructions
- Melt the Butter: Set a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Melt the butter, then add olive oil, brown sugar, ½ teaspoon salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
- Caramelize the Onions: Immediately add in the chopped onions and stir to coat. Sauté while frequently stirring until they begin to soften and lightly brown, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat to medium and continue cooking, stirring frequently until evenly browned, about 10 minutes.
- Deglaze the Pan: Add 2 tablespoons of water, stir and scrape the bottom of the pan to deglaze, then cook 5 minutes. Add the remaining water to deglaze again, cooking until onions turn a deep brown, about 5 minutes.
- Sauté the Garlic: Add minced garlic and frequently stir until fragrant and onions turn deep brown, about 4 to 5 minutes.
- Let it Cool: Transfer the caramelized onions to a medium bowl and refrigerate until cool, about 10 minutes.
- Mix the Dip: To the cooled onions, add sour cream, mayonnaise, Worcestershire sauce, remaining ¼ teaspoon salt, onion powder, and black pepper. Stir well until smooth. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve: Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and garnish with chopped chives. Serve with chips or fresh vegetables.
Notes
- Store the dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- If Worcestershire sauce is unavailable, substitute with 1 teaspoon soy sauce and ½ teaspoon apple cider vinegar or rice vinegar.
- For sweeter dip, use sweet onions instead of yellow onions.
- To enhance flavor, caramelize onions slowly over medium or medium-low heat if more time is available.
