Description
Reuben Balls with Spicy Thousand Island Dipping Sauce are the perfect bite-sized snacks that encapsulate the beloved flavors of a classic Reuben sandwich. These crunchy delights feature a savory filling of corned beef, Swiss cheese, and sauerkraut, all enrobed in a crispy breadcrumb coating. Paired with a zesty dipping sauce that adds a delightful kick, they are ideal for parties, game days, or any casual gathering. With easy preparation and irresistible flavor, these Reuben Balls are sure to impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups chopped corned beef
- 1 cup sauerkraut, drained
- 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 ½ cups panko breadcrumbs
- 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, blend the corned beef, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, cream cheese, and Dijon mustard until well mixed. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Scoop out the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on a lined baking sheet; refrigerate for another 15 minutes.
- Roll each ball in flour, dip into beaten eggs, then coat with breadcrumbs.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet to 350°F (175°C) and fry the balls in batches for about 2–3 minutes until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
- For the dipping sauce, whisk together mayonnaise, ketchup, relish, hot sauce, and smoked paprika in a separate bowl.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 Reuben Balls (60g)
- Calories: 144
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 381mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 54mg