Reuben Egg Rolls

These Stuffed Reuben Egg Rolls are the ultimate crowd-pleasing appetizer for any gathering. Crispy on the outside and packed with classic Reuben flavor on the inside, they’re perfect for everything from laid-back get-togethers with family and friends to festive holiday spreads and upgraded game-day snacks. Serve them hot with a side of creamy Thousand Island dressing for dipping, and watch them disappear. Bonus, air fryer instructions included!

Easy Reuben Egg Rolls Recipe

These egg rolls are loaded with thinly sliced corned beef, tangy sauerkraut, and melty Swiss cheese for that classic Reuben flavor in every bite. Since a traditional Reuben sandwich is served on rye bread, a sprinkle of caraway seeds in the filling gives them that signature deli taste. They’re a fantastic choice whenever you’re serving handheld appetizers, whether it’s the holiday season, St. Patrick’s Day, or game day snacking with friends.

Key ingredients to make simple Reuben Egg Rolls: (Scroll down for full printable recipe card.)

• Corned Beef – Thinly sliced corn beef from the deli works perfectly for the meat layer.
• Pastry – Large egg roll wrappers found in the produce area for the pastry.
• Sauerkraut – Store-bought sauerkraut adds texture and a tangy taste.
• Cheese – Slices of Swiss cheese form the edible “blue” that holds the ingredients together.
• Caraway – Caraway seeds found in rye bread, add authenticity to the flavor. ,
• Salad Dressing Dipping Sauce – Prepared Thousand Island dressing for dipping.
• Oil – Vegetable, canola oil or peanut oil for frying. Skip the olive oil for this recipe.
• Fresh Herbs – Fresh chives for garnishing.

How to Make the Best Reuben Egg Rolls Recipe

• Egg Roll Wrappers – Place an egg roll wrapper on a flat surface with one of the points facing towards you in a diamond shape.
• Swiss Cheese – Place one slice of Swiss cheese in the middle of the wrapper.
• Assemble – Top with corned beef, sauerkraut then a light drizzle of Thousand Island dressing. Sprinkle with caraway seeds, if using. Top with another slice of Swiss cheese.
• Roll Egg Rolls – Brush edges of egg roll wrapper with water. Fold the bottom corner of the wrapper pointing toward you tightly up over the filling pushing out any air pockets. Fold the left corner in toward the center over the filling and then the right corner over the center so it looks like an envelope.
• Seal the Edges – Tightly roll towards the top open corner to seal the egg roll. Brush with additional water if needed, to seal the edges.
• Fry – In a Dutch oven or deep pot heat 3 inches of oil to 350°F. Fry egg rolls in batches per the recipe until golden brown and heated through.
• Serve immediately garnished with fresh chives and additional Thousand Island dressing for dipping.

Kitchen Tools to Make Reuben Egg Rolls

• Baking sheet pan to place egg rolls once assembled.
• Dutch oven fitted with a fry thermometer or a deep fryer.
• Measuring cup and measuring spoons.
• Knife and chopping board.
• Stainless steel spider or tongs to remove from the hot oil.
• Small bowl and pastry brush.

Recipe Variations, Tips and Substitutions

• Salad Dressing – You can use any brand of Thousand Island dressing or Russian dressing that you enjoy for dipping the egg rolls after frying. See how to make homemade Thousand Island Dressing here.
• Caraway Seeds – Caraway seeds feature hints of liquorice and a lemony-citrus flavor that gives rye bread its distinctive flavor. since Reuben’s are often made using rye, caraway seeds will bring that to the flavor of these egg rolls overall. If you prefer, they can be omitted but are quite delicious and helpful in rounding out the flavor profile. Rest assured, the egg rolls will still be delicious, if omitted.
• Cheese – Swiss cheese is the glue in these egg rolls and I find that sliced cheese works best and makes them easier to roll. Shredded cheese could work but you’ll lose more in the process.
• Alternate Cooking Options – If you have a deep fryer by all means use it! You could also adapt this recipe for an air fryer. See the Cook’s note for directions how to fry reuben egg rolls in an air fryer.

Storage and Leftovers

• Make-Ahead Tip – You can fully assemble the egg rolls a few hours in advance, place into an airtight container and chill in the refrigerator until frying. If stacking, place wax paper between to prevent sticking.
• Leftovers – Store leftover egg rolls wrapped in foil or in an airtight container chilled in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Reheating – Reheat in an air fryer or in a preheated 350°F oven for 5-8 minutes until crispy and heated through.
• Freezer – You can freeze cooked egg rolls for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge and reheat in a preheated 350 degree f oven or in an air fryer.

More Corned Beef Recipes to Make

• Corned Beef and Cabbage is a St Patrick’s Day tradition.
• You can make this Corned Beef Hash with or without eggs.
• This ooey gooey Reuben Dip is ideal for holiday parties and tailgating.
• These Reuben Sliders can be enjoyed for casual meals and game day snacking.
• These Reuben Nachos made with waffle fries are impossible to resist.
• You may also enjoy this Corned Beef Brine recipe from Sweet and Savory Meals.

Thanks for visiting come back soon! 

Disclosure ~ If  a purchase is made using one of the affiliate links on this website we may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. Thank you!

Helpful Kitchen Items:

• Fry Thermometer
• Dutch Oven
• Measuring Set
• Sheet Pans

Print

Reuben Egg Rolls

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American, Southern

Keyword easy-reuben-egg-rolls, reuben-egg-rolls-recipe

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time 4 minutes minutes

Total Time 19 minutes minutes

Servings 10 servings

Calories 368kcal

Ingredients

• 12 egg roll wrappers
• 24 slices swiss cheese
• 1 lb thinly sliced deli corned beef divided into 12 equal portions
• 1 cup thousand island dressing plus additional for serving
• 2 cups sauerkraut well drained, squeeze dry
• 1-2 Tbsp caraway seeds optional
• canola or vegetable oil for frying
• chopped fresh chives for garnishing

Instructions

• Place an egg roll wrapper on a flat surface with one of the points facing towards you in a diamond shape. Place one slice of Swiss cheese in the middle of the wrapper, leaving a 1-inch border around the sides.
• Top with 1 portion corned beef. Spread ¼ cup of sauerkraut over the corned beef and top it with about 2 Tbsp Thousand Island dressing. Sprinkle with caraway seeds, if using. Top with another slice of Swiss cheese.
• Brush edges of egg roll wrapper with water. Fold the bottom corner of the wrapper pointing toward you tightly up over the filling pushing out any air pockets. Fold the left corner in toward the center over the filling and then the right corner over the center so it looks like an envelope. Tightly roll towards the top open corner to seal the egg roll. Brush with additional water if needed, to seal the edges. Repeat assembling each egg roll.
• In a Dutch oven or deep pot heat 3 inches oil to 350°F. Fry egg rolls in batches, turning for even browning as needed, for 2-3 minutes or until golden and heated through.
• Serve immediately garnished with fresh chives and additional Thousand Island dressing for dipping.
• Reuben Egg Rolls Air Fryer:

  Prepare the egg rolls per the recipe.

  Spray the basket of an air fryer with cooking spray. Preheat the air fryer to 360°F. (The need to preheat varies between different styles and brands of air fryers. Your air fryer may not require preheating.)

  Brush sides of the egg rolls with vegetable oil on all sides. Arrange in the air fryer without touching 3 or 4 at a time, leaving room for air to circulate.

  Cook for 5 minutes, then flip. Brush with additional oil. Cook for another 5 minutes or until lightly golden brown.

  Remove and keep warm on a sheet pan in a 200 degree f oven, if frying in batches.

  Serve immediately with additional Thousand Island dressing on the side for dipping.

Notes

• Salad Dressing – You can use any brand of Thousand Island dressing or Russian dressing that you enjoy for dipping the egg rolls after frying. See how to make homemade Thousand Island Dressing here.
• Caraway Seeds – Caraway seeds feature hints of liquorice and a lemony-citrus flavor that gives rye bread its distinctive flavor. since Reuben’s are often made using rye, caraway seeds will bring that to the flavor of these egg rolls overall. If you prefer, they can be omitted but are quite delicious and helpful in rounding out the flavor profile. Rest assured, the egg rolls will still be delicious, if omitted.
• Cheese – Swiss cheese is the glue in these egg rolls and I find that sliced cheese works best and makes them easier to roll. Shredded cheese could work but you’ll lose more in the process.
• Alternate Cooking Options – If you have a deep fryer by all means use it! You could also adapt this recipe for an air fryer. See the Cook’s note for directions how to fry reuben egg rolls in an air fryer.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 368kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 70mg | Sodium: 1145mg | Potassium: 260mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 401IU | Vitamin C: 17mg | Calcium: 391mg | Iron: 2mg

The post Reuben Egg Rolls appeared first on melissassouthernstylekitchen.com.

https://ift.tt/2FbB8x4