Description
Irresistible Crispy Reuben Balls are the ultimate crowd-pleaser for game day or any gathering. These bite-sized snacks feature a perfect blend of corned beef, tangy sauerkraut, and melted Swiss cheese, all enveloped in a golden, crunchy crust. Easy to prepare and packed with flavor, they are sure to have your guests coming back for more. Serve them with a side of Thousand Island dressing for an extra zing that will elevate your snacking experience!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quality corned beef, chopped
- 1 cup sauerkraut, drained
- 1 cup Swiss cheese, grated
- 1 cup rye bread crumbs (toasted)
- 2 tbsp Russian or Thousand Island dressing
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup flour (for coating)
- Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and mix corned beef, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, and rye breadcrumbs in a bowl until well combined.
- Beat the eggs in a separate bowl and mix them into the filling along with the dressing.
- Roll the mixture into golf-sized balls and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Coat each ball in flour to ensure crispiness when fried.
- Heat oil in a deep pan over medium-high heat and fry the balls in batches until golden brown (about 4-5 minutes per side). Drain on paper towels before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 440mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 70mg