Sour Cream and Onion Dip
This homemade sour cream and onion dip far surpasses any store-bought version. Caramelized onions add the perfect touch of sweetness to this savory dip. This must-make dip is ideal for any party or game-day spread.
Servings: 10
Calories: 170kcal
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 medium sweet onions or 2 large onions, diced
- 1 ½ cups sour cream
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon white pepper
- ⅛ teaspoon Kosher salt
- pinch of cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-low heat and add the butter to melt.2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Add the onions to the skillet. Cook until they start to soften and turn translucent. Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until they have turned golden brown, 30-45 minutes. Set the onions aside to cool.4 medium sweet onions
- Meanwhile, in a mixing bowl, combine the sour cream, mayonnaise, and seasonings. Stir in the cooled onions.1 ½ cups sour cream, ½ cup mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, ¼ teaspoon garlic powder, ¼ teaspoon white pepper, ⅛ teaspoon Kosher salt, pinch of cayenne pepper
- Refrigerate for at least two hours or overnight. Store the dip covered in the refrigerator for 4-5 days.
Notes
- Yields 2 ½ cups.
- Chop the onions instead of slicing them. They caramelize faster and provide a nice consistency in the dip.
- Use a non-stick skillet to help prevent the onions from drying out.
- If the onions dry out, add a splash of water or beef broth as needed. Adding a pinch or two of sugar can also help with caramelization.
- Be patient. The key to perfectly caramelized onions is cooking them slowly over low heat until they have softened and turned a beautiful golden brown. This slow cooking process brings out their sweetness, making them a delicious addition to everything, like this slow cooker sausage casserole and caramelized onion flatbread.
- Be sure to cool the onions before adding them to the sour cream mixture.
- The dip can be served immediately, but it shines if the flavors have time to deepen.
- Serve with potato chips, veggies, or crackers.
Nutrition
Calories: 170kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 26mg | Sodium: 155mg | Potassium: 98mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 259IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 46mg | Iron: 1mg
