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Caramelized Onion Dip Recipe

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  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This rich and flavorful Caramelized Onion Dip features deeply browned sweet onions slowly caramelized with butter and olive oil, blended into a creamy base of cream cheese and sour cream. Enhanced with Worcestershire sauce, sriracha, and mustard powder, this versatile dip is perfect for serving with chips or fresh veggies. It’s best enjoyed after resting overnight to meld the flavors.

Ingredients

Caramelized Onions

  • 3 large Vidalia onions or sweet onions of choice, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons apple juice or unsweetened apple cider
  • 2 tablespoons water

Dip Base

  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup sour cream, at room temperature
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha or hot sauce of choice
  • 1 teaspoon ground mustard powder
  • Kosher salt & white pepper, for seasoning

For Serving

  • Finely chopped chives (optional)
  • Kettle chips or ruffled potato chips
  • Crudité-style veggies such as carrots, celery, cucumber

Instructions

  1. Prep the onions: Place the thinly sliced Vidalia onions in a large bowl with the baking soda and 1 teaspoon kosher salt. Toss well to combine and let them rest for 15 minutes to soften and start breaking down.
  2. Soften the onions: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter with the olive oil. Add the sliced onions and stir to coat. Cook for 7–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, allowing the onions to release their liquid due to salt and baking soda. Skim off any excess liquid with a spoon as it accumulates and discard it.
  3. Caramelize the onions: Continue cooking the onions, stirring occasionally to prevent burning and ensuring slow caramelization, until they are tender, fragrant, and deeply browned, about 15–20 more minutes. Adjust heat as needed. When onions are caramelized, deglaze the pan by adding apple juice and water, scraping the browned bits with a wooden spoon. Increase heat to medium-high and cook the liquid off in 3–4 minutes. Transfer the caramelized onions to a plate to cool slightly.
  4. Mix the dip: In a medium bowl, use a hand mixer to blend cream cheese and sour cream until completely smooth and creamy. Stir in Worcestershire sauce, sriracha, ground mustard powder, and season with 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt and white pepper to taste. Gently fold in the cooled caramelized onions until just combined.
  5. Serve: For best flavor, cover the dip and refrigerate overnight to allow the flavors to meld together. When ready to serve, transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with finely chopped chives if desired. Serve with kettle chips, ruffled potato chips, or fresh crudité vegetables.

Notes

  • Resting the onions with baking soda and salt helps soften and speed caramelization.
  • Removing excess liquid during cooking prevents sogginess and promotes better caramelization.
  • Using apple juice or cider to deglaze adds subtle sweetness and enhances flavor.
  • Letting the dip rest overnight greatly improves the flavor development.
  • Adjust the sriracha quantity to control the spice level.
  • This dip can be stored refrigerated for up to 3 days.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Dip
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://myeasyplate.com/caramelized-onion-dip-recipe/