French onion dip

French onion dip
Homemade French onion dip topped with caramelized onion
Alternative namesCalifornia dip
TypeDip
Place of originUnited States
Invented1954
Main ingredientsSour cream, minced onion

French onion dip or California dip is an American dip typically made with a base of sour cream and flavored with minced onion, and usually served with potato chips as chips and dip. It is also served with snack crackers and crudités. It is not French cuisine; it is called "French" because it is made with dehydrated French onion soup mix.