Description
Experience the delightful fusion of flavors with these Reuben Balls with Spicy Thousand Island Dipping Sauce. These crispy, bite-sized snacks capture the essence of a classic Reuben sandwich, featuring savory corned beef, creamy Swiss cheese, and tangy sauerkraut. Perfect for any gathering—whether it’s a game day celebration or a cozy get-together—these golden-fried treats will impress your guests. Serve them warm alongside the zesty dipping sauce for an irresistible snack that’s sure to be a hit!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups chopped or shredded corned beef
- 1 cup sauerkraut, drained
- 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 ½ cups breadcrumbs (panko recommended)
- Vegetable oil for frying
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 tablespoon pickle relish
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine corned beef, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, cream cheese, and Dijon mustard. Mix well and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Scoop chilled mixture into 1-inch portions and roll into balls. Place on a lined baking sheet and refrigerate again.
- Coat each ball in flour, dip in beaten eggs, then roll in breadcrumbs until fully covered.
- Heat oil in a skillet to 350°F (175°C) and fry balls in small batches for about 2–3 minutes until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
- For the dipping sauce, whisk together mayonnaise, ketchup, pickle relish, hot sauce, and smoked paprika. Adjust seasoning as desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg