Pho-Inspired Caramelized Onion Dip

This pho-inspired caramelized onion dip elevates the classic party favorite by adding aromatic flavors like cilantro and ginger, inspired by the ingredients used in pho broth.

Course Appetizer

Cuisine French, Vietnamese

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 30

Servings

Calories 133kcal

Author Kylie Mazon-Chambers

Ingredients

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 medium red onion, chopped
1 teaspoon grated ginger
2 teaspoons chopped lemongrass, bottom tender part only
1¼ cup sour cream
1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
1 teaspoon grated lime zest
½ teaspoon onion powder
Kosher salt, as needed
Freshly ground black pepper, as needed
Grilled naan, for serving

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Instructions

Heat a large sauté pan over medium heat, add the olive oil and heat through. Add the butter and allow to melt then add the onions.
Sauté until the onions are soft and tender, about 10 minutes, then reduce the heat to medium-low and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions are uniformly brown and caramelized, about 30 minutes.
Add the ginger and lemongrass and stir to combine, continuing to cook for an additional 1 minute. Remove from heat and let cool.
In a medium bowl stir together the caramelized onion with the sour cream, cilantro, lime zest and onion powder. Season to taste with salt.
Cover the dip and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors come together. Serve with grilled naan bread.

Notes

Caramelize the onions low and slow until they reach a deep golden brown—rushing this step can result in bitter or underdeveloped flavor.

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