Gordon Ramsay’s Caramelized Onion Dip Recipe

This Gordon Ramsay’s Caramelized Onion Dip Recipe is a creamy and rich recipe, which is made with slow-cooked caramelized onions and cream cheese. It’s the perfect party dip, ready in about 40 minutes.

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Gordon Ramsay’s Caramelized Onion Dip Recipe Ingredients

• 3 medium yellow onions, thinly sliced
• 2 tbsp salted butter
• 2 tsp salt
• 2 tsp sugar
• 60ml dry white wine
• 340g sour cream
• 225g cream cheese, softened
• 1 clove garlic, grated (optional)
• Fresh parsley, minced (to taste)
• Few dashes Worcestershire or soy sauce (to taste)

How To Make Gordon Ramsay’s Caramelized Onion Dip

1. Caramelize the onions: In a large skillet, melt the butter over low heat. Add the thinly sliced onions, salt, and sugar. Cook low and slow for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onions are deep golden brown, jammy, and sweet.
2. Deglaze the pan: Pour the white wine into the pan in splashes to deglaze, scraping up any flavorful browned bits from the bottom. Let the wine cook off and reduce completely.
3. Chop the onions: Remove the onions from the pan and let them cool slightly. Once cool enough to handle, give them a rough chop so there are no long strands in the dip.
4. Make the creamy base: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and sour cream together until smooth and free of lumps.
5. Combine and serve: Fold the cooled caramelized onions, grated garlic (if using), a few dashes of Worcestershire or soy sauce, and fresh parsley into the cream cheese mixture. Stir to combine, then taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve warm or cold.

Recipe Tips

• How do I get perfectly caramelized onions? The secret is low heat and patience. Don’t rush the process. Cooking the onions slowly for the full 30 minutes allows their natural sugars to release and caramelize, creating a deep, sweet flavor that is the star of the dip.
• How do I keep my dip from breaking? It’s important to let the caramelized onions cool slightly before you mix them into the sour cream and cream cheese base. Adding very hot onions to the cold dairy can sometimes cause it to separate or “break.”
• Can I make this dip ahead of time? Absolutely. This dip is a perfect make-ahead appetizer. In fact, the flavor gets even better after it has had a chance to sit in the refrigerator for a few hours or overnight.
• What’s the secret to a smooth, non-lumpy dip? Make sure your cream cheese is fully softened to room temperature before you start mixing. This is the key to avoiding lumps and achieving a perfectly smooth, creamy base.

What To Serve With Caramelized Onion Dip

This rich and creamy dip needs sturdy vehicles for dipping to handle its deliciousness. We recommend:

• Thick-cut kettle-cooked potato chips
• Pretzel crisps or hard pretzels
• Toasted baguette slices or crostini
• Sturdy raw vegetables like celery, carrots, and bell pepper strips

How To Store Caramelized Onion Dip

Refrigerate: Store the dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It will stay fresh and delicious for up to 5 days. Freeze: Freezing is not recommended for this recipe, as the sour cream and cream cheese-based dip will separate and become watery upon thawing.

Caramelized Onion Dip Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 110kcal
• Carbohydrates: 8g
• Protein: 2g
• Fat: 7g
• Saturated Fat: 4g
• Sodium: 650mg

Nutrition information is estimated per serving and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.

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