Classic French Onion Dip
Elevate your snack game with this irresistibly creamy Classic French Onion Dip, a perfect harmony of sweet, caramelized yellow onions and rich, tangy sour cream. Handcrafted from scratch, this recipe begins with slowly caramelizing onions in olive oil, enhanced by a touch of sugar to deepen their natural sweetness. Blended with a velvety mix of sour cream, mayonnaise, and a hint of Worcestershire sauce, this dip is finished with aromatic garlic powder, fresh chives, and just the right amount of seasoning for a perfectly balanced flavor. Ideal for parties, game days, or casual gatherings, this easy-to-make dip will be the star of your snack table. Serve it chilled with crunchy potato chips or crisp, colorful veggies for a crowd-pleasing appetizer that’s packed with savory, homemade goodness.
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Ingredients
- 2 whole Large yellow onions
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Granulated sugar
- 1.5 cups Sour cream
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh chives
Directions
Step 1
Peel the onions and slice them thinly.
Step 2
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Step 3
Add the sliced onions to the skillet, season with salt and sugar, and stir to coat in the oil.
Step 4
Cook the onions for about 30 to 35 minutes, stirring frequently, until they are deeply browned and caramelized.
Step 5
Once caramelized, remove the onions from the heat and let them cool completely.
Step 6
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the sour cream, mayonnaise, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and black pepper.
Step 7
Fold in the cooled caramelized onions into the sour cream mixture.
Step 8
Stir in the chopped fresh chives.
Step 9
Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow flavors to meld together.
Step 10
Before serving, stir the dip and adjust the seasoning to taste if necessary.
Step 11
Serve chilled with potato chips or fresh cut vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (813.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1952.4 |
| Total Fat 183.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 58.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 290.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2949.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 81.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 5.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 41.4g | |
| Protein 15.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 546.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 538.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories