Corned Beef Reuben Sandwiches
Thin slices of flat layered with Swiss, sauerkraut and Russian dressing between buttered rye and pan-toasted.
Corned Beef Reuben Sandwiches
Course: Main CourseDifficulty: Easy4
servings15
minutes15
minutesThin slices of flat layered with Swiss, sauerkraut and Russian dressing between buttered rye and pan-toasted.
Ingredients
1 lb sliced corned beef flat
8 slices rye bread
8 slices Swiss cheese
1 cup sauerkraut, drained and squeezed dry
1/2 cup Russian dressing
3 tbsp softened butter
1 tsp caraway seeds
Dill pickles, for serving
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp spicy brown mustard
Directions
- Warm the sliced corned beef in a covered pan with a spoon of cooking liquid.
- Squeeze the sauerkraut dry in a clean towel.
- Butter one side of each slice of bread.
- Spread dressing on the unbuttered sides.
- Layer Swiss, beef, sauerkraut and more Swiss on four of the slices.
- Close with the remaining slices, buttered side out.
- Heat a skillet over medium-low heat.
- Toast each sandwich 3 to 4 minutes a side, pressing lightly.
- Rest 1 minute so the cheese settles.
- Cut in half and serve with pickles.
Notes
- Pressing too hard squeezes out the filling. Slice the beef thin across the grain.
What makes a good Reuben
Thin slices of cooked flat layer neatly, so the sandwich holds together and does not slide apart. Squeezing the sauerkraut dry keeps the bread from going soggy, and buttering the outside of the rye gives a deep golden crust.
Caraway seeds add the deli flavor that makes it taste right.
Swaps and what does not work
Thousand Island is close enough to Russian dressing in a pinch. Pastrami can replace corned beef. Do not use sliced white sandwich bread, which collapses under the filling.
What to serve
Dill pickles are a must. Potato chips, coleslaw or a bowl of tomato soup finish the plate.
Cooking tips
Use medium heat so the cheese melts before the bread burns. Press gently with the spatula and flip once.
Warm the corned beef slices in a skillet for a minute before building the sandwich. Hot meat melts the cheese faster, so the sandwich needs less time in the pan and the bread stays crisp. Then serve it right away.
Corned Beef Reuben Sandwiches at a glance
- Prep time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 15 minutes
- Servings: 4 servings
- Ingredients: 10, led by sliced corned beef flat, slices rye bread, slices Swiss cheese, sauerkraut
Tips for Corned Beef Reuben Sandwiches
Pressing too hard squeezes out the filling. Slice the beef thin across the grain.
Corned Beef Reuben Sandwiches FAQ
How long does Corned Beef Reuben Sandwiches take?
Corned Beef Reuben Sandwiches takes 15 minutes of cooking after 15 minutes of prep.
How many people does Corned Beef Reuben Sandwiches serve?
This recipe makes 4 servings.
What do I need to make Corned Beef Reuben Sandwiches?
10 ingredients, led by sliced corned beef flat, slices rye bread, slices Swiss cheese, sauerkraut. Amounts are in the recipe card above.
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