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Reuben Balls with Spicy

Crispy Reuben Balls with Spicy Dipping Sauce Delight

Delight in these crispy Reuben Balls with spicy dipping sauce, a fun twist on the classic Reuben sandwich.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 6 balls
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Filling
  • 1 cup Corned Beef Substitute with pastrami for a different taste
  • 1 cup Sauerkraut Use fresh or canned, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup Shredded Swiss Cheese Replace with Gruyère or provolone for variation
  • 4 oz Cream Cheese Can be swapped with mascarpone
  • 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard Use yellow mustard for a milder option
Coating
  • 1 cup Flour Any all-purpose flour will work
  • 2 large Eggs Use a flax egg for a vegan option
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Choose panko for extra crispiness
Dipping Sauce
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise Substitute with Greek yogurt for a lighter version
  • 1 tbsp Ketchup Use barbecue sauce for a smoky flavor
  • 1 tbsp Pickle Relish Replace with finely chopped dill pickles
  • 1 tbsp Hot Sauce Adjust the amount according to spice preference
  • 1 tsp Smoked Paprika Use regular paprika if unavailable
For Frying
  • 2 inches Vegetable Oil Can substitute with canola or peanut oil

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Skillet
  • Baking Sheet
  • Shallow bowls

Method
 

Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the corned beef, sauerkraut, shredded Swiss cheese, cream cheese, and Dijon mustard. Stir until smooth and well-blended. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  2. Scoop portions of the mixture and roll them into 1-inch balls. Place on a lined baking sheet and refrigerate while preparing the coating.
  3. Prepare three shallow bowls with flour, beaten eggs, and panko breadcrumbs for coating the balls.
  4. Roll each ball in flour, dip into eggs, and then coat with panko breadcrumbs. Repeat for all the balls.
  5. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet to 350°F. Test with a piece of bread; it should sizzle and turn golden brown in about 30 seconds.
  6. Fry the coated balls in batches for 2-3 minutes, turning until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
  7. Whisk together mayonnaise, ketchup, pickle relish, hot sauce, and smoked paprika for the dipping sauce.
  8. Serve the fried Reuben Balls with the spicy Thousand Island dipping sauce on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure oil is at 350°F before frying; avoid overcrowding in the skillet to maintain temperature. Adjust hot sauce in the dipping sauce to taste.

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