Charred Onion Dip | Certified South Carolina
Appetizer

Charred Onion Dip

Charred Onion Dip

Ingredients

  • 5 pounds onions, very thinly sliced
  • 12 sprigs fresh thyme, leaves removed and minced
  • 6 ounces butter
  • Splash of olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup buttermilk, plus more as needed
  • 2 cups sour cream
  • 1 cup Duke’s mayonnaise
  • ¼ to ½ cup sherry vinegar

Instructions

  1. Toss the onions with the butter, olive oil, and thyme.
  2. Cook slowly until the onions become very dark brown and caramelized.
  3. Allow the onions to cool.
  4. Blend the onions with the buttermilk until smooth.
  5. Add the sour cream, mayonnaise, and sherry vinegar.
  6. Blend until completely smooth.
  7. Add additional buttermilk, if needed, to reach the desired consistency.
  8. Season with salt, black pepper, and additional vinegar to taste.
Notes
  • Serve with chips, crackers, or fresh vegetables.

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