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Reuben Balls

Crispy Reuben Balls that Bring Family & Friends Together

These Reuben Balls are a crowd-pleasing appetizer capturing the delicious flavors of a classic Reuben sandwich.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 2 cups Chopped Corned Beef Can substitute with pastrami.
  • 1 cup Well-Drained Sauerkraut
  • 1 cup Shredded Swiss Cheese Gruyère or provolone can be used.
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Softened for easy mixing.
  • 2 tbsp Dijon Mustard
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder
  • 1 tsp Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper Adjust to taste.
For Coating and Frying
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour can be used.
  • 2 large Eggs Beaten.
  • 2 cups Panko Breadcrumbs Regular breadcrumbs can be substituted.
  • 2 cups Vegetable Oil For frying.
For the Spicy Thousand Island Dip
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp Ketchup
  • 2 tbsp Sweet Pickle Relish
  • 1 tbsp Hot Sauce Adjust to taste.
  • 1 tsp Smoked Paprika
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire Sauce
  • 1 tsp Minced Onion/Onion Powder

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Deep pot
  • slotted spoon
  • Kitchen thermometer
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine chopped corned beef, well-drained sauerkraut, shredded Swiss cheese, softened cream cheese, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the mixture for 30-45 minutes.
  3. Once chilled, remove the mixture from the fridge and roll it into 1 to 1.5-inch balls.
  4. Set up a dredging station with flour, beaten eggs, and panko breadcrumbs.
  5. Coat each ball in flour, dip in beaten eggs, and roll in panko breadcrumbs.
  6. In a deep pot, pour vegetable oil to a depth of about 2 inches and heat to 350°F (175°C).
  7. Fry coated balls for 2-3 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  8. Transfer fried Reuben Balls to a plate lined with paper towels.
  9. In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, ketchup, sweet pickle relish, hot sauce, smoked paprika, Worcestershire sauce, and minced onion or onion powder.
  10. Serve hot, arranged on a platter with the spicy dip.

Nutrition

Serving: 4ballsCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 8gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure you chill the filling before shaping for the best texture. Drain sauerkraut well to prevent sogginess.

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