Caramelized Onion Dip
In short: Onions cooked slowly until jammy and golden, then folded into sour cream and Greek yogurt for a sweet, savory dip for chips and raw vegetables. It takes about 1 h in total and makes 12 servings.
- Prep
- 15 min
- Cook
- 45 min
- Resting
- 1 h
- Total
- 1 h
- Servings
- 12
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Calories
- 90 kcal
Onions cooked slowly until they turn sweet, sticky and deeply savory make a dip with far more depth than any shortcut. The cooking takes patience but little effort: low heat, a pinch of salt and a stir every few minutes. Folded into sour cream and Greek yogurt, the onions give a dip that tastes even better after a night in the fridge. Serve it with potato chips, crackers or raw vegetables, or spread it on burgers.
Instructions
- Heat the oil and butter in a large wide skillet over medium-low heat. Add the onions and 1/2 teaspoon of salt and stir to coat.
- Cook for 35 to 45 minutes, stirring every few minutes, until the onions are deep golden brown and jammy. If they stick or darken too fast, add 1 tablespoon of water and lower the heat.
- Stir in the garlic and thyme and cook for 1 minute. Tip the onions onto a board, let them cool for 10 minutes and chop them roughly.
- In a bowl, stir together the sour cream, yogurt, lemon juice, 1/4 teaspoon of salt and a good grind of pepper.
- Fold in about three-quarters of the onions. Taste and add more salt if needed.
- Cover and chill for at least 1 hour, or overnight. Serve topped with the remaining onions and chopped chives.
Tips
- Do not rush the onions. High heat gives bitter, burnt edges instead of sweetness. A pinch of sugar and a splash of balsamic vinegar at the end add depth if they taste flat.
- Cook a double batch of onions and freeze half in a small container. They are also good on burgers, pizza and toast.
Questions and answers
Can I make caramelized onion dip ahead of time?
Yes, it is better made a day ahead. Keep it covered in the fridge for up to 4 days and stir before serving.
How long does it take to caramelize onions?
Allow 35 to 45 minutes over medium-low heat. Shortcuts with high heat give a bitter, uneven result, and the onions need the time to turn sweet.
What do I serve with caramelized onion dip?
Serve it with ridged potato chips, crackers, pita chips, carrot and celery sticks or toasted bread. It is also a good spread for sandwiches and burgers.
How long does it take to make Caramelized Onion Dip?
About 1 h in total: 15 min of preparation and 45 min of cooking.
How many calories are in Caramelized Onion Dip?
About 90 kcal per serving, with 2 g of protein, 6 g of carbohydrates and 7 g of fat. These values are estimates.
Nutrition per serving
| Calories | 90 kcal |
|---|---|
| Protein | 2 g |
| Carbohydrates | 6 g |
| Fat | 7 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 4 g |
| Sodium | 160 mg |
Estimated values, calculated from the ingredients.
