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Reuben Balls

Savory Reuben Balls: Crispy Bites of Comfort in Every Dip

Savory Reuben Balls are a delightful twist on the classic Reuben sandwich, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 8 balls
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 2 cups cooked corned beef substitutable with pastrami
  • 1 cup sauerkraut well-drained
  • 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese substitutable with Gruyère or provolone
  • 4 oz cream cheese
  • 2 tbsp Dijon mustard yellow mustard can be used as a substitute
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • to taste tsp salt
  • to taste tsp black pepper
For the Coating
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour consider gluten-free options
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • 2 cups panko breadcrumbs
For Frying
  • 2 inches vegetable oil for frying
For the Thousand Island Dip
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 2 tbsp sweet pickle relish
  • 1 dash hot sauce
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tbsp minced onion

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • shallow bowls
  • heavy pot
  • Slotted spoon
  • Thermometer
  • Baking Sheet
  • paper towels

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Crunchy Reuben Balls
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked corned beef, well-drained sauerkraut, shredded Swiss cheese, cream cheese, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until uniform.
  2. Cover the bowl and refrigerate the filling for 30-45 minutes.
  3. Roll the mixture into balls, approximately 1-1.5 inches in diameter.
  4. Create a dredging station with flour, beaten eggs, and panko breadcrumbs.
  5. Coat each ball first in flour, then in beaten eggs, and finally in panko breadcrumbs.
  6. Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
  7. Fry the balls in batches for 2-3 minutes, or until golden brown.
  8. Drain the fried balls on paper towels.
  9. Mix mayonnaise, ketchup, sweet pickle relish, hot sauce, smoked paprika, Worcestershire sauce, and minced onion to create the Thousand Island dip.
  10. Serve Reuben Balls with the Thousand Island dip.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 6gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Perfect for parties and gatherings, these Reuben Balls can be customized for dietary preferences.

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