Caramelized Onion Dip
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4.4
Caramelized Onion Dip
Description
The preparation begins by cooking thinly sliced yellow onions in butter and olive oil over medium heat. Salt is added early to draw out moisture, and a small amount of sugar enhances the onions’ natural sweetness. Fresh thyme sprigs infuse herbal notes as the onions slowly caramelize over 30 to 60 minutes, stirred occasionally to brown evenly without burning. Adding water or broth helps prevent drying out during cooking.
Toward the end, balsamic vinegar is stirred in for a subtle acidity and depth. The caramelized onions are cooled slightly before being blended into sour cream or plain Greek yogurt along with garlic powder, salt, and pepper to taste. The dip achieves a creamy consistency with concentrated rich, sweet onion flavor and balanced seasoning.
Ideal for serving with kettle-style potato chips, this dip can be refrigerated and served chilled or at room temperature. Its lingering sweetness and complexity make it a worthy accompaniment for snacks or party platters.
Ingredients
- 3 yellow onion medium
- 2 tablespoons butter salted
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 3 thyme herbs removed, small sprigs, fresh
- 3 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
- 16 oz sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- potato chips for serving, brand Kettle Brand
Instructions
- In a large nonstick skillet, melt the butter over medium heat and add the olive oil. Add the onions and stir until they are well coated in the butter and olive oil. Move the onions around so they are in a single layer in the pan. Cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Reduce the heat to medium low. Season with salt to draw out the moisture and add a little sugar to enhance the sweet flavor. Add the fresh thyme. You want to cook the onions slow and low so they have a chance to caramelize. The onions will shrink down and get tender and juicy. This will take about 30 minutes to an hour. Make sure you stir the onions every few minutes or so so they don't burn. You don't want to stir them too often though, or they won't caramelize and brown. You want them to brown, but not burn. Just make sure you look at them every few minutes and give them a quick stir if they need it.
- If the onions start to dry out, you can add a little water or broth to the pan.
- In the last ten minutes, stir in the balsamic vinegar to give the onions flavor. Turn off the heat and carefully transfer the onions to a cutting board. Let the onions cool for a few minutes and then roughly chop them with a sharp knife.
- In a medium bowl, combine the caramelized onions, sour cream (Greek yogurt), garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth and onions are mixed in well.
- Serve with Kettle Brand chips.
Notes
- Store the dip covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- It can be prepared ahead and refrigerated to develop deeper flavors before serving.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 113 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 12g | |
| Calories | 113kcal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 24mg | 8% |
| Sodium | 242mg | 10% |
| Potassium | 93mg | 2% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 305IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 2.8mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 49mg | 5% |
| Iron | 0.2mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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