This French onion dip combines deeply caramelized onions with sour cream, mayonnaise, and fresh parsley and chives for a from-scratch version that outperforms any powdered mix. It's creamy, savory, and ready to serve with thick-cut chips.
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Heat olive oil in a skillet over low heat. Add the diced yellow onion.
Cook the onion slowly, stirring occasionally, until deeply caramelized and browned. This can take 20-30 minutes.
When the onions are nearly done, deglaze the pan with a splash of white wine or water. Scrape up all the browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
Remove the caramelized onions from the heat and let them cool completely.
In a medium bowl, combine the sour cream and mayonnaise.
Add the cooled caramelized onions, chopped parsley, and chopped chives to the bowl.
Season with salt, onion powder, and garlic powder.
Mix everything together until well combined.
Garnish with additional caramelized onions and chives if desired. Serve with thick-cut potato chips.
Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat gently in a bowl set over warm water, or serve cold.
About 15–20 minutes over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and sweet.
Yes, prepare it up to 24 hours ahead and refrigerate; stir before serving.
Fresh caramelized onions deliver genuine depth and sweetness, while powdered mixes taste flat and one-dimensional.
Yes, thaw and drain excess liquid first to avoid a watery dip.
Yes, all ingredients are vegetarian; check mayo and sour cream brands if vegan is needed.
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