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Reuben Balls with Spicy Thousand Island Dipping Sauce

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Crispy, flavorful Reuben Balls inspired by the classic sandwich, served with a tangy and spicy Thousand Island dipping sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups chopped or shredded corned beef
  • 1 cup sauerkraut, drained and squeezed dry
  • 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon caraway seeds
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 large eggs
  • Vegetable oil, for frying
  • For the Spicy Thousand Island Dipping Sauce:
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 3 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon sweet pickle relish
  • 1 teaspoon hot sauce (adjust to taste)
  • ½ teaspoon horseradish
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Spicy Thousand Island Dipping Sauce by whisking together mayonnaise, ketchup, sweet pickle relish, hot sauce, horseradish, onion powder, and garlic powder in a bowl. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
  2. In a large bowl, combine chopped corned beef, sauerkraut, shredded Swiss cheese, softened cream cheese, Dijon mustard, caraway seeds, panko breadcrumbs, and eggs. Mix until well combined.
  3. Form the mixture into 1 to 1 ½ inch balls, packing firmly.
  4. Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C).
  5. Fry the Reuben balls in batches until golden brown and heated through, about 3-4 minutes per batch. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
  6. Serve warm with the Spicy Thousand Island Dipping Sauce.

Notes

For best results, drain and squeeze the sauerkraut well to avoid excess moisture. These balls can be baked at 350°F for 20-25 minutes as a healthier alternative to frying. Adjust the hot sauce in the dipping sauce to control the spice level.

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