Creamy French Onion Dip Recipe
This creamy French onion dip features perfectly caramelized yellow onions blended with a smooth base of sour cream and mayonnaise, enhanced by garlic powder and Worcestershire sauce. It’s a flavorful, easy-to-make dip that pairs wonderfully with chips, crackers, or fresh vegetables, making it an ideal appetizer or snack for gatherings.
- Author: Sana
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: About 2 cups of dip, serves 6-8 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Halal
Onions
- 3 medium yellow onions, thinly sliced
Dip Base
- 1 cup full-fat sour cream
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
Seasonings
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp butter (for sautéing onions)
- Sauté Onions: In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter and add the thinly sliced onions. Cook the onions slowly for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they become golden brown and develop a sweet, fragrant aroma, indicating they are perfectly caramelized.
- Add Flavor: Stir in the garlic powder and Worcestershire sauce to the caramelized onions and cook for an additional minute, allowing the flavors to meld and deepen.
- Mix Base: In a separate mixing bowl, combine the full-fat sour cream and mayonnaise. Stir until the mixture is smooth and homogenous, forming the creamy base of the dip.
- Combine: Gently fold the caramelized onion mixture into the sour cream and mayonnaise base. Season the dip with salt and pepper according to your taste preferences, ensuring the seasoning complements the rich onion flavor.
- Chill: Transfer the completed dip into a serving bowl, cover it, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. This chilling step allows the flavors to meld together for a richer taste and a better texture.
- Serve: Enjoy the creamy French onion dip chilled alongside chips, crackers, or fresh vegetables as a delicious appetizer or snack.
Notes
- Caramelizing onions slowly enhances their natural sweetness and prevents burning.
- For a lighter dip, use low-fat sour cream and mayonnaise.
- You can prepare the dip a day in advance; flavors improve with resting time.
- Adjust garlic powder and Worcestershire sauce quantities to taste.
- Serve with a variety of dippers such as potato chips, pita chips, or raw vegetables.
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