I can’t take credit for this recipe, but I can certainly create an excuse to make it every now and then! It is one of my favorite appetizers to take upon request because you serve it at room temperature and it can be prepared in advance. I had been making this recipe for a few years before someone said “I love Barefoot Contessa’s Pan Fried Onion Dip recipe.” I was clueless…the recipe had been passed from friend to friend & I didn’t realize where it came from. I compared recipes & this has been slightly adapted, eliminating salt & doubling the amount of cayenne. I love the little kick – it adds a lot of flavor.
Pan Fried Onion Dip
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Ingredients
- 2 yellow onions
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 4 Tbsp butter
- 1/2 tsp cayenne
- cracked pepper
- 4 oz cream cheese softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
Instructions
- Slice & halve onions.
- Heat oil & butter in large pan on medium heat. Add onions, cayenne, & pepper. Saute for 10 minutes.
- Reduce heat to medium low, stirring occasionally for an additional 20 minutes.
- Mix cream cheese, sour cream & mayonnaise until smooth. Add onions & mix well.
- Serve at room temperature with water crackers {my favorite!}, vegetables, and potato chips.
This dip was really good. I made it the night before Thanksgiving. It was even better the next day. Thanks for your yummy recipes that you share with us. It’s appreciated!
Thanks, Valerie! I’m glad you enjoy them as much as we do!
This is a family favorite!
Looks absolutely delicious. I will be making this for my daughter’s 21st birthday!
Was wondering how long does this stay good for in the fridge? And have you ever tried freezing this?
It keeps for a few days…I don’t decrease anything but cookie dough & nuts, so I’m not too helpful, sorry! I love to eat too much for any to make it to the freezer.
Can’t think of a better appetizer to serve on NYE tomorow than this fried onion dip. It looks so delicious and I can definitely (and guiltily) see myself polishing off a whole bowlful with some potato chips.
Looks delish!
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Sounds and looks divine – love me some onions!