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Reuben Balls with Spicy Thousand Island Dipping Sauce

Reuben Balls with Spicy Thousand Island Dipping Sauce Delight

Reuben Balls with Spicy Thousand Island Dipping Sauce transform the classic sandwich into a crowd-pleasing snack, perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 24 balls
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Balls
  • 2 cups Corned Beef or Ground Beef Can substitute with shredded chicken or turkey.
  • 1 cup Swiss Cheese Can swap for Gruyère, cheddar, or provolone.
  • 1 cup Sauerkraut Try well-drained chopped pickles for a milder taste.
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Use gluten-free breadcrumbs for a gluten-free option.
  • 1 large Egg Acts as a binder; no substitution for binding purposes.
For the Spicy Thousand Island Dipping Sauce
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise Greek yogurt can be used for a lighter option.
  • 2 tablespoons Ketchup Can substitute with tomato sauce.
  • 1 tablespoon Horseradish Sauce Adjust or omit based on spice preference.
  • 1 teaspoon Hot Sauce Reduce quantity for milder dip.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine corned beef or ground beef, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, breadcrumbs, and egg. Mix until well combined.
  3. Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls, creating about 20-24 Reuben Balls.
  4. Place the Reuben Balls on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
  5. While baking, whisk together mayonnaise, ketchup, horseradish sauce, and hot sauce for the dipping sauce.
  6. Allow the Reuben Balls to cool slightly before serving with the dipping sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 7gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 320mgPotassium: 130mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chilling the mixture for 30 minutes can help with shaping the balls. Ensure even cooking by flipping halfway through baking.

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