Easy Onion Dip Recipe (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Components
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2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
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2 cups of finely chopped onions, white or yellow variety
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1/2 teaspoon of granulated sugar
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1 1/2 cups of fresh sour cream
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2 1/2 teaspoons of reduced-sodium soy sauce
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3/4 teaspoon of garlic powder
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Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
# Instructions:
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Heat the vegetable oil in a large non-stick sauté pan over medium heat. Once the oil begins to shimmer, add your chopped onions along with the sugar and a generous pinch of salt. Cook slowly, stirring occasionally, until the onions turn a beautiful golden-brown color and become wonderfully caramelized - this process takes about 30 minutes and is absolutely worth the wait.
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Remove the caramelized onions from heat and set them aside to cool completely. This cooling step is important to prevent the sour cream from warming up when you mix everything together.
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In a medium mixing bowl, gently combine the sour cream, soy sauce, garlic powder, half a teaspoon of freshly ground pepper, and your cooled caramelized onions. Stir everything together until well blended and creamy.
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Cover your finished dip tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate until you're ready to serve. The flavors will meld beautifully as it chills, making each bite even more delicious.
# Notes:
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Take your time with the onion caramelization process - it's the secret to achieving that rich, deeply flavorful base that makes this dip so special.
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For the most incredible flavor development, prepare this dip a full day ahead and let it rest in the refrigerator overnight, covered with plastic wrap.
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Store any leftover dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator where it will stay fresh and delicious for up to 3 days, though it's so irresistible it probably won't last that long!