French Onion Dip
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Additional Time
2 hrs
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Total Time
2 hrs 50 mins
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Servings
8 servings
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Calories
222 kcal
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Course
Appetizer, Condiments
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Cuisine
American
French Onion Dip
Description
The French Onion Dip recipe starts by cooking sweet onions slowly in butter over low heat, allowing them to turn golden brown and develop a mild, caramelized flavor. Once cooled, these onions are mixed into a base of sour cream, mayonnaise, Worcestershire sauce, and garlic powder, creating a rich, tangy dip with a hint of savory depth from the onions. The slow cooking of the onions is key to mellowing their sharpness and building a smooth, sweet undertone.
This dip is refrigerated for at least two hours to meld the flavors and thicken. It is a popular accompaniment for chips, crackers, or raw vegetables, offering a creamy alternative to salsa or guacamole.
Optional variations include adding cream cheese for thickness or fresh herbs like parsley, chives, or thyme for extra aroma. The dip keeps well in the refrigerator for up to a week and should be stirred before serving to maintain a smooth texture.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups sweet onion chopped
- 2 tablespoons butter salted
- 1 cup sour cream
- ⅔ cup mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- In a 6-inch skillet, combine the onion and butter. Cook over low heat, stirring frequently, until the onion is golden brown. This should take about 20 to 30 minutes. Cool completely.
- While the onion is cooking, in a medium bowl, combine sour cream, mayonnaise, Worcestershire sauce, and garlic powder.
- Stir in the cooled onion. Taste and season with salt and black pepper.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
- Use sweet onions such as Walla Walla or Vidalia for a milder flavor, but other onion varieties can be used.
- To achieve a thicker texture, fold in softened cream cheese, reducing sour cream accordingly.
- Fresh herbs like parsley, chives, or thyme can be added for additional flavor.
- French Onion Dip can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 7 days. Stir well before serving.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 222 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 222 | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 22g | 34% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9g | 53% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Trans Fat | 0.2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 32mg | 11% |
| Sodium | 161mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 93mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 280IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 39mg | 4% |
| Iron | 0.2mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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