Description
Reuben Egg Rolls are a delightful twist on the classic Reuben sandwich, featuring a crispy egg roll wrapper filled with a creamy mixture of cream cheese, corned beef, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, and Thousand Island dressing. Perfect as an appetizer or snack, these golden-fried egg rolls pair wonderfully with additional Thousand Island dressing for dipping.
Ingredients
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Filling
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 3 tablespoons Thousand Island dressing
- 1/2 pound deli corned beef, chopped
- 1 1/2 cups shredded Swiss cheese
- 3/4 cup sauerkraut, squeezed to remove excess liquid
Egg Rolls
- 12 egg roll wrappers
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Thousand Island dressing for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the filling: In a large bowl, stir together softened cream cheese and Thousand Island dressing until smooth and well combined. Mix in the chopped corned beef, shredded Swiss cheese, and drained sauerkraut evenly.
- Assemble the egg rolls: Place a damp paper towel over the egg roll wrappers to prevent them from drying out. Working with one wrapper at a time, lay it flat so it forms a diamond shape. Spoon about 3 tablespoons of the filling onto the wrapper.
- Roll the egg rolls: Fold the bottom corner up over the filling, then fold in the sides. Roll tightly from bottom to top, sealing the seam with a little water to ensure the egg roll stays closed during frying.
- Heat the oil: In a Dutch oven or deep skillet, heat 1 ½ to 2 inches of vegetable oil to 360 degrees Fahrenheit. Use a thermometer for accurate temperature control.
- Fry the egg rolls: Carefully fry 4 egg rolls at a time in the hot oil, turning occasionally, until they are golden brown on all sides, about 3 minutes per batch. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
- Serve: Serve hot with additional Thousand Island dressing for dipping.
Notes
- Ensure to squeeze the sauerkraut well to remove excess moisture, preventing soggy egg rolls.
- Keep egg roll wrappers covered with a damp towel while assembling to avoid drying and cracking.
- Maintain oil temperature at 360°F for crispy and evenly cooked egg rolls.
- These egg rolls make a great appetizer or party snack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 egg roll
- Calories: 282 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 660 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg
