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Crispy Reuben Egg Rolls

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These Crispy Reuben Egg Rolls combine classic Reuben sandwich flavors—corned beef, Swiss cheese, and sauerkraut—wrapped in a golden, crunchy shell and served with homemade Thousand Island dipping sauce. Perfect as a crowd-pleasing appetizer for parties, game days, or family gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 12 egg roll wrappers (square, store-bought)
  • 1 cup cooked corned beef, finely chopped
  • 1 cup sauerkraut, drained and patted dry
  • 1 cup Swiss cheese, shredded or thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons dill pickle, finely chopped (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon caraway seeds (optional)
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 large egg, beaten (for sealing wrappers)
  • Vegetable oil, for frying (canola or peanut oil)
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt & pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine corned beef, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, dill pickle, caraway seeds (if using), and black pepper. Mix well.
  2. Lay out egg roll wrappers on a clean surface. Beat the egg in a small bowl for sealing.
  3. Place about 2 tablespoons of filling in the center of each wrapper. Fold the bottom corner over the filling, tuck in the sides, and roll tightly. Brush the top edge with beaten egg and press to seal.
  4. Pour vegetable oil into a deep fryer or skillet to a depth of 1.5 inches. Heat to 350°F (175°C).
  5. Fry 3-4 egg rolls at a time for 3-4 minutes per batch, turning occasionally, until golden brown and crisp. Remove and drain on paper towels.
  6. For the Thousand Island sauce: Whisk together mayonnaise, ketchup, sweet pickle relish, white vinegar, sugar, onion powder, and salt & pepper in a small bowl. Chill until ready to serve.
  7. Arrange egg rolls on a platter and serve hot with dipping sauce.

Notes

For best results, dry sauerkraut thoroughly and avoid overfilling wrappers. You can bake or air fry for a lighter version. Vegetarian and gluten-free adaptations are possible. Keep fried rolls warm in a low oven if making a large batch. Freeze uncooked rolls for later use.

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Keywords: Reuben egg rolls, appetizer, party food, fried egg rolls, thousand island sauce, corned beef, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, game day, comfort food

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