Description
A rich and creamy homemade French onion dip made from scratch with caramelized onions, sour cream, mayonnaise, and flavorful seasonings. Perfect as a savory snack or party appetizer.
Ingredients
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For the Dip
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 ½ cups chopped onion
- 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper
Instructions
- Gather Ingredients: Collect all ingredients needed for the recipe to ensure a smooth cooking process.
- Caramelize Onions: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onions along with 1/4 teaspoon of kosher salt. Cook while stirring frequently until the onions turn golden brown and caramelized, which should take about 20 minutes. Remove the skillet from heat and allow the onions to cool for 5 to 10 minutes.
- Prepare Dip Base: In a mixing bowl, combine the sour cream, mayonnaise, garlic powder, ground white pepper, and the remaining 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well blended.
- Combine Onions with Dip: Stir the cooled caramelized onions into the sour cream mixture until evenly incorporated. Chill further if desired before serving.
Notes
- For deeper onion flavor, caramelize the onions slowly over low heat.
- Adjust the garlic powder and white pepper to taste if you prefer stronger seasoning.
- This dip pairs wonderfully with potato chips, vegetable sticks, or as a spread on sandwiches.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
