Gourmet French Onion Dip

Gourmet French Onion Dip

60 mins
medium
8 servings

A decadent and flavorful French onion dip, perfect for parties and game nights. This recipe elevates the classic with a touch of sophistication.

AppetizerDipFrench Onion

Equipment Needed

  • Large Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl

Ingredients

  • 2.00 tablespoonsButter(Unsalted butter for best flavor)
  • 2.00 mediumYellow Onions(Thinly sliced)
  • 3.00 clovesGarlic(Minced)
  • 2.00 cupsSour Cream(Full-fat for richness)
  • 0.25 cupMayonnaise(Use a good quality mayonnaise)
  • 2.00 tablespoonsFresh Chives(Finely chopped)
  • 1.00 tablespoonFresh Parsley(Finely chopped)
  • 1.00 pinchSalt(Kosher salt)
  • 1.00 pinchBlack Pepper(Freshly ground)

Instructions

1

Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

2

Reduce heat to low and continue cooking onions, stirring every 2-3 minutes, until deeply caramelized (about 30 minutes).

Estimated time: 30 minutes

3

Stir in minced garlic during the last minute of cooking.

Estimated time: 1 minutes

4

Transfer caramelized onions to a bowl and refrigerate until completely cool.

Estimated time: 10 minutes

5

In a large bowl, combine cooled onions, sour cream, mayonnaise, chives, parsley, salt, and pepper.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

6

Stir until smooth and creamy.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

7

Garnish with extra herbs and serve immediately.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

8

Serve with your favorite dippers, such as baguette slices, potato chips, or vegetables.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

9

For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes.

Estimated time: 1 minutes

10

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Estimated time: 1 minutes