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Caramelized Onion Dip

Cultural Context

Caramelized onion dip has its roots in American party culture, often served at gatherings and celebrations. This creamy dip highlights the sweet, rich flavor of caramelized onions, combined with the tang of sour cream and cream cheese. It has become a staple at game-day events and casual get-togethers, with variations appearing across different regions. Today, it's enjoyed in homes across the country, often paired with chips or fresh vegetables for dipping.

AmericanUSappetizer
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
150 g onions
1/2 tbsp butter
1 dash Worcestershire sauce
1/2 tbsp sour cream
150 g cream cheese
1/4 tsp onion powder
1/4 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tbsp maple syrup
1/2 tbsp mayonnaise
1/2 tbsp olive oil
chives
fried onions

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

cream cheese

🥗Healthier: neufchâtel cheese

💰Cheaper: ricotta cheese

Neufchâtel is lower in fat, while ricotta provides a similar texture.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast is dairy-free and adds a cheesy flavor.

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: avocado

💰Cheaper: Greek yogurt

Avocado adds creaminess with healthy fats.

1

Finely dice the onions.

2

Finely chop the chives.

3

Heat 1/2 tbsp butter and 1/2 tbsp olive oil in a pan.

4

Caramelize the onions slowly over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for 20-30 minutes until they become soft and translucent, then brown.

5

Allow the caramelized onions to cool.

6

In a food processor or with a hand blender, blend together 150 g cream cheese, 1/4 tsp onion powder, 1/4 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tbsp maple syrup, Worcestershire sauce, 1/2 tbsp sour cream, and 1/2 tbsp mayonnaise until creamy.

7

Fold in the fried onions and season to taste with salt and pepper.

8

Serve topped with chives and fried onions.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingmixing

Equipment Needed

panfood processorhand blender

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Allergens

milkeggs

Also Known As

French Onion DipOnion Dip

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