Caramelized Onion Dip Chives (Printable)

Creamy caramelized onions mixed with sour cream and chives for a savory, rich flavor.

# Ingredient List:

→ Onions

01 - 2 large yellow onions, finely diced
02 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
03 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
04 - ½ teaspoon kosher salt
05 - ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
06 - ½ teaspoon sugar

→ Dip Base

07 - 1½ cups sour cream, full-fat
08 - ½ cup mayonnaise
09 - 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
10 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
11 - ½ teaspoon onion powder

→ Fresh Herbs

12 - ¼ cup fresh chives, finely chopped
13 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped

# How to Make:

01 - In a large skillet over medium-low heat, melt butter with olive oil. Add diced onions, salt, pepper, and sugar. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 30-35 minutes until onions are deeply golden and caramelized. Reduce heat if browning too quickly. Cool to room temperature.
02 - In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together sour cream, mayonnaise, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and onion powder until smooth.
03 - Fold in the cooled caramelized onions, chives, and parsley. Mix well to combine.
04 - Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld.
05 - Serve chilled, garnished with extra chives, alongside chips, crackers, or fresh vegetables.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It tastes like you spent hours in the kitchen when you really just let the onions do their thing.
  • You can make it a day ahead, which means less stress when guests arrive.
  • The flavor gets even better after sitting in the fridge, so there's no rush.
02 -
  • Low heat and time are not negotiable when caramelizing onions—there's no shortcut that doesn't involve regret and burnt-smelling smoke.
  • Cold sour cream mixed with warm onions will break into a grainy mess, so always let the onions cool completely first.
03 -
  • Use a wooden spoon when stirring the onions—metal can scrape the pan and pick up unpleasant flavors from any discoloration.
  • Save a spoonful of the caramelized onions before folding them in, then use them to garnish the top of the dip for a beautiful presentation and an extra burst of flavor.
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