Description
This Crispy Reuben Balls recipe is rich, comforting, and impossible to resist — a perfect dish for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 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
- In a mixing bowl, combine the finely chopped cooked corned beef, sauerkraut, shredded Swiss cheese, cream cheese, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper.
- Chill the filling mixture in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
- Using your hands, take about a tablespoon of the mixture and roll it into a compact ball.
- Prepare a shallow dish with breadcrumbs and roll each of your formed balls in the breadcrumbs until evenly coated.
- Heat a generous amount of oil in a deep pan over medium heat, ensuring enough oil to submerge at least half of the balls.
- Fry the balls until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes on each side.
- Serve your Crispy Reuben Balls warm, garnished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley or chives.
Notes
- These balls can be made ahead of time and frozen before frying.
- Adjust the seasoning to your taste.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 21 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 balls
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Crispy Reuben Balls