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Caramelized Shallot Yogurt

Caramelized shallot yogurt in a white bowl with a spoon.
Photo by Peden & Munk

Will make you pause before making a sour cream–based onion dip ever again.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    4 servings

Ingredients

2

tablespoons olive oil

4

large shallots, finely chopped (about 2 cups)

Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper

1

tablespoon apple cider vinegar

1

1/2 cups low-fat plain Greek yogurt

1

tablespoon sliced chives, plus more for serving

Chips or crackers (for serving)

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Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Heat oil in a medium skillet over medium. Add shallots and season generously with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally and reducing heat if needed, until shallots are golden brown and tender, 15–18 minutes. Let cool slightly.

    Step 2

    Mix shallots and vinegar into yogurt in a medium bowl; season with salt and pepper.

    Step 3

    Stir 1 Tbsp. chives into yogurt; divide among bowls and top with more chives. Serve with chips for dipping.

  2. Do Ahead

    Step 4

    Yogurt (without chives) can be made 3 days ahead; cover and chill.