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Reuben Balls with Spicy Thousand Island Dipping Sauce

Irresistibly Crispy Reuben Balls with Spicy Thousand Island Dip

Delightful Reuben Balls with Spicy Thousand Island Dipping Sauce are a fun twist on a classic deli sandwich, perfect for appetizers.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 6 balls
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 cup Corned Beef Savory and tender, use leftover homemade for richer flavor.
  • 1 cup Swiss Cheese Can substitute Gruyère, mozzarella, or cheddar.
  • 1 cup Sauerkraut Well-drained, squeeze out excess moisture.
  • 4 oz Cream Cheese
For the Coating
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 cup Rye Breadcrumbs Make your own by blending toasted rye bread.
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs For a crispier coating.
  • 2 large Eggs Beaten for breading.
For Frying
  • 2 inches Oil for Frying Neutral oil like vegetable or canola.
For the Dipping Sauce
  • ½ cup Mayonnaise Base for the sauce.
  • 2 tablespoon Ketchup Adds sweetness.
  • 2 tablespoon Pickle Relish Provides extra zing.
  • 1 teaspoon Hot Sauce For spiciness.
  • ½ teaspoon Garlic Powder Enhances flavor.
For Garnish
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley Optional garnish.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • shallow bowls

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the filling by combining corned beef, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, and cream cheese in a bowl. Mix thoroughly and refrigerate for 20-30 minutes.
  2. Scoop and roll tablespoon-sized portions into balls, and refrigerate again for 20 minutes.
  3. Set up the breading station with flour, beaten eggs, and a breadcrumb mixture.
  4. Coat each ball with flour, dip in eggs, and roll in breadcrumbs.
  5. Fry coated Reuben Balls in preheated oil at 350°F for 3-4 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Mix the dipping sauce ingredients until smooth and refrigerate.
  7. Serve the Reuben Balls warm with the dipping sauce and garnish with parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 6gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chilling the mixture helps shape the balls, and double-dipping in the breadcrumbs can enhance crispiness.

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