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Reuben Balls with Spicy Thousand Island Dipping Sauce


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  • Author: Robert Ferguson
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 16 Reuben Balls 1x

Description

Reuben Balls with Spicy Thousand Island Dipping Sauce are the ultimate crowd-pleasing appetizer, perfect for game nights or casual gatherings. These crispy, golden bites combine savory ground corned beef, tangy sauerkraut, and melted Swiss cheese, creating a flavor explosion that will leave your guests wanting more. Serve them hot with a zesty dipping sauce for an unforgettable culinary experience that’s sure to impress.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground corned beef
  • 1 cup sauerkraut (drained and rinsed)
  • 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • ½ cup Thousand Island dressing
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • For the Spicy Dipping Sauce:
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp ketchup
  • 1 tsp hot sauce (adjust to taste)
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a bowl, combine ground corned beef, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, and panko breadcrumbs until well mixed.
  3. Season with salt and pepper; adjust to taste.
  4. Form mixture into balls about one inch in diameter and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  5. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  6. Meanwhile, mix mayonnaise, ketchup, hot sauce, and lemon juice for the dipping sauce.
  7. Serve Reuben Balls hot with the dipping sauce on the side.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 Reuben Balls (85g)
  • Calories: 240
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 680mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 14g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg