Reuben Egg Rolls (Crispy Corned Beef Egg Rolls with Swiss & Sauerkraut)

Reuben Egg Rolls – a crispy, cheesy twist on the classic deli sandwich – perfect for St. Patrick’s Day parties and game day snacking.

Do you ever take your favorite recipe and wonder how you could put a spin on it?

For me, it’s always a Reuben sandwich. It’s hands-down my favorite, especially this time of year when everyone starts thinking about corned beef and St. Patrick’s Day. So naturally, the next logical step was turning that classic deli sandwich into a crispy, handheld party appetizer.

Enter: Reuben Egg Rolls.

All the good stuff is still there – savory corned beef, tangy sauerkraut, and melty Swiss cheese, but now it’s wrapped in an egg roll wrapper and fried until perfectly golden and crunchy. Then there’s the Thousand Island dipping sauce, which is technically optional, according to my coworkers. I made these with a corned beef brisket from Snake River Farms, and let me just say: this is not your average corned beef. If you’ve ever had any of their beef before, you already know they don’t mess around. The flavor is incredible.

In fact, when I brought these egg rolls to work, my friends didn’t even bother with the dipping sauce. They said the flavor was so good they didn’t need it.

Of course, Reuben Egg Rolls aren’t the only thing you can do with a great corned beef brisket. If you’re looking for more ideas, check out some of the other recipes I’ve made with it too.

What’s in a Reuben Egg Roll?

A traditional Reuben sandwich is layered with corned beef, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, and Thousand Island dressing on rye bread. These Reuben Egg Rolls take all those classic flavors and tuck them inside an egg roll wrapper instead. Once fried, the wrapper turns perfectly crispy while the filling becomes warm, melty, and just a little tangy from the sauerkraut.

The Secret to Crispy Egg Rolls

The key to getting that perfect crunch is making sure your sauerkraut is well drained before assembling the egg rolls. Too much moisture can make the wrappers soggy and harder to seal. Frying them in hot oil also ensures the wrappers crisp up quickly while the filling heats through.

The Perfect Dipping Sauce for Reuben Egg Rolls

While these egg rolls are packed with flavor on their own, a side of Thousand Island dressing really completes the whole Reuben experience. The creamy, slightly tangy sauce pairs perfectly with the crispy wrapper and savory corned beef.

Of course, as my coworkers proved, they’re also pretty amazing all by themselves.

The Perfect Appetizer for St. Patrick’s Day

If you’re looking for something a little different to serve on St. Patrick’s Day, these Reuben Egg Rolls are always a hit. They’re easy to make ahead, simple to fry right before serving, and guaranteed to disappear quickly once they hit the table.

Here’s your printable – 

Continue to Content

Reuben Eggrolls

Yield: 10-15 egg rolls

These crispy Reuben Egg Rolls are stuffed with corned beef, sauerkraut, and Swiss cheese, then fried and served with Thousand Island dipping sauce.

Print

Ingredients

• 1 package Eggroll wrappers
• ½ lb corned beef brisket, cooked and chopped (I cooked mine in a slow cooker on low for 10 hours with nothing but ½ cup water and the seasoning that came on it)
• ¾ cup sauerkraut
• 6 oz swiss cheese, shredded
• Peanut oil, for frying
• Thousand Island dressing, for dipping

Instructions

1. Brush the edges of eggroll wrappers with water.
2. Add a tbsp each of corned beef, sauerkraut and swiss cheese to each wrapper and roll in eggroll fashion.
3. Cover with damp paper towel until ready to cook.
4. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat and add egg rolls, turning after about 2 minutes.
5. Fry for another two minutes and remove from heat.
6. Serve with Thousand Island dressing.

Recommended Products

We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn advertising fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated websites.

• 
  Splatter Screen for Frying Pan, Kaloo Grease Splatter Guard, Heat-Resistant Splatter Guards for Frying, Silicone Splatter Guard for Everyday Cooking, Dishwasher Safe (13inch,Black)
• 
  Nature's Kitchen Small Bamboo Pinch Bowls Dip Bowls Condiment Cups
• 
  Walfos Spider Strainer, Set of 2-5.5 Inch Stainless Steel Fryer Scoop & 4 inch Fat Skimmer Spoon

Did you make this recipe?

Please leave a comment on the blog or share a photo on Pinterest