Description
Loaded with classic deli flavors, this Deli-Style Reuben Sandwich brings New York’s culinary magic to your kitchen. Juicy corned beef, tangy sauerkraut, and melted Swiss cheese nestled between crispy rye bread create a mouthwatering lunch you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Meats:
- 1 pound (454 grams) corned beef, thinly sliced
Bread and Cheese:
- 8 slices rye bread
- 8 slices Swiss cheese
Condiments and Additional Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) sauerkraut, drained
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) Russian dressing
Instructions
- Warm the skillet or griddle to medium heat, preparing for toasting.
- Generously coat one side of each rye bread slice with creamy butter.
- Carefully position 4 bread slices butter-side down on the heated cooking surface.
- Create layered foundation by placing Swiss cheese slice directly on bread.
- Arrange tender corned beef evenly across cheese, ensuring complete coverage.
- Distribute tangy sauerkraut over meat, allowing natural flavors to mingle.
- Drizzle rich Russian dressing across sauerkraut for enhanced moisture and zest.
- Add second Swiss cheese slice to complete interior layering.
- Crown each sandwich with remaining rye bread, butter-side facing upward.
- Grill sandwiches for 3-5 minutes, applying gentle pressure with spatula to encourage even browning.
- Flip sandwiches carefully, continuing to cook until bread transforms into crispy golden texture and cheese melts completely.
- Remove perfectly toasted Reuben sandwiches from skillet.
- Slice diagonally to create elegant presentation.
- Serve immediately while warm and cheese remains deliciously gooey.
Notes
- Opt for high-quality corned beef from a deli counter for authentic, rich flavor that elevates the sandwich’s taste profile.
- When selecting sauerkraut, drain it thoroughly to prevent soggy bread and maintain the sandwich’s crispy texture.
- Consider using clarified butter or a light coating of mayonnaise for an extra golden, evenly crisp exterior on the bread.
- Transform this classic into a gluten-free version by substituting rye bread with gluten-free alternatives like cauliflower or almond flour bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 820 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 1600 mg
- Fat: 54 g
- Saturated Fat: 22 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 30 g
- Trans Fat: 1.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 49 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 45 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg