Caramelized-Onion Dip with Cilantro-Garlic Pita Crisps
Caramelized-Onion Dip with Cilantro-Garlic Pita Crisps is a flavorful Middle Eastern Middle Eastern Recipes dish prepared with quality ingredients. Heat oil in heavy large skillet over medium heat.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionHeat oil in heavy large skillet over medium heat.
Add onions and sauté until slightly softened, about 5 minutes.
Reduce heat to medium-low and cook until onions are deep brown and begin to crisp slightly, stirring often, about 40 minutes.
Add garam masala; stir 1 minute.
Transfer to small bowl and cool completely.
Mix in crème fraîche.
Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours.
Do ahead Can be made 2 days ahead.
Keep refrigerated.
Finely chop enough cilantro leaves to measure 2 tablespoons.
Chop enough cilantro stems to measure 3 tablespoons.
Combine oil and garlic in heavy small saucepan; cook over medium heat until oil begins to bubble around garlic, about 5 minutes.
Add chopped cilantro stems.
Remove from heat and let steep 10 minutes.
Strain oil into small bowl; discard solids in strainer.
Preheat oven to 350°F.
Cut each pita bread round horizontally in half.
Cut each round into 6 wedges.
Place pita wedges on 2 rimmed baking sheets; drizzle with cilantro-garlic oil and toss gently to coat.
Arrange pita wedges in single layer; bake 5 minutes.
Sprinkle with chopped cilantro leaves and bake until pita wedges are crisp and golden, about 5 minutes longer.
Do ahead Can be made 1 day ahead.
Store airtight at room temperature.
Sprinkle dip with chives; place on platter.
Surround with pita crisps.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.