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Reuben Sandwich

Cultural Context

The Reuben Sandwich is a classic American deli staple, believed to have originated in the early 20th century, possibly in New York or Nebraska. It combines corned beef, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, and Russian dressing between slices of rye bread, symbolizing the melding of immigrant culinary traditions. Today, the Reuben is celebrated across the U.S. and has inspired numerous variations, including the use of pastrami or turkey, appealing to diverse palates.

AmericanUSmain
15 min
easy
2 servings
Servings4
8 slices Rye bread
2 tablespoon Unsalted butter, softened
1/4 cup (60g) Mayonnaise
1 tablespoon Sriracha/hot sauce
1 tablespoons Horseradish
1 teaspoon Lemon juice
1/4 Onion, Chopped
Pinch Paprika
4-6 slices corned beef per sandwich
1 cup Sauerkraut, drained
1-2 slices Swiss cheese per serving

corned beef

🥗Healthier: turkey pastrami

💰Cheaper: roast beef

Turkey pastrami reduces fat while maintaining flavor.

Swiss cheese

🥗Healthier: low-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: American cheese

Low-fat cheese cuts calories while providing creaminess.

Russian dressing

🥗Healthier: hummus

💰Cheaper: mayonnaise + ketchup

Hummus offers a healthier spread option.

rye bread

🥗Healthier: whole grain bread

💰Cheaper: white bread

Whole grain bread adds fiber and nutrients.

1

Make the dressing: in a small bowl, whisk mayonnaise, sriracha, horseradish, lemon juice, chopped onion and paprika. Set aside.

2

Spread 1/2 tablespoon of butter on one side of each slice of bread. Spread one tablespoon of the Russian dressing on the other side of the bread.

3

Place 4-6 slices of corned beef on the dressing, then 2-3 tablespoons of sauerkraut, then 1-2 slices of Swiss cheese. Top with slice of bread, sauce side down.

4

In a hot skillet, cook sandwiches over medium heat 5-6 minutes, flipping once. Cook until cheese melts and the bread is crispy.

5

Serve.

Cooking Techniques

grillinglayering

Equipment Needed

skillet

Spice Level:

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Dietary

contains glutencontains dairy

Allergens

glutendairy

Also Known As

ReubenCorned Beef Sandwich

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