Description
Crispy Reuben Balls are a delightful fusion of classic Reuben flavors in a bite-sized form, perfect for appetizers or party snacks.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups shredded cooked corned beef
- 1 cup sauerkraut, drained
- 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
- 1/2 cup softened cream cheese
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients: corned beef, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, and cream cheese.
- In a large bowl, combine the shredded corned beef, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, and cream cheese.
- Mix the ingredients thoroughly with your hands until well blended and aromatic.
- Taste the mixture and adjust seasoning with garlic and onion powder as desired.
- Shape the mixture into balls, about 2 tablespoons each, using your palms.
- Place the balls on a lined baking sheet, leaving space between them.
- Refrigerate the balls for at least 30 minutes to help them hold their shape.
- Set up a breading station with flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs.
- Coat each chilled ball in flour, then dip in eggs, and roll in breadcrumbs.
- Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat until shimmering.
- Fry the balls in batches for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Remove the fried balls and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
Notes
- Serve with a side of Russian or thousand island dressing for dipping.
- Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying to ensure they cook properly.
- You can make the mixture ahead of time and refrigerate overnight before frying.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 40mg