Description
A rich and savory homemade French onion dip made from scratch with caramelized onions, sour cream, and mayonnaise. Perfect for parties, snacks, or pairing with chips and veggies.
Ingredients
For the Caramelized Onions
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 ½ cups chopped onion
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
For the Dip
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
- Gather Ingredients: Collect all the ingredients needed for the dip to make sure you have everything at hand before starting.
- Caramelize Onions: Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt. Cook, stirring frequently, until the onions are golden brown and caramelized, about 20 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool for 5 to 10 minutes.
- Prepare Dip Base: In a bowl, combine 1 cup sour cream, 1 cup mayonnaise, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper, and the remaining 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt. Mix well until smooth.
- Combine: Stir the cooled caramelized onions into the sour cream mixture until fully incorporated. Chill if desired before serving.
Notes
- For best flavor, allow the dip to chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- If you prefer a smoother texture, you can finely chop or pulse the caramelized onions before mixing them in.
- Adjust seasoning to taste, especially salt and pepper.
- Serve with potato chips, vegetable sticks, or crackers for a delicious appetizer.
- Leftover dip can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
