Crispy Reuben Egg Rolls Recipe with Easy Homemade Thousand Island Dip
A fun twist on the classic Reuben sandwich, these crispy egg rolls are filled with corned beef, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, and served with a creamy homemade Thousand Island dip. Perfect for snacks, parties, or casual get-togethers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings (2 egg rolls per serving) 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups (200g) corned beef, thinly sliced or chopped
- 1 cup (150g) sauerkraut, well-drained
- 1 cup (100g) Swiss cheese, shredded
- Egg roll wrappers
- Vegetable oil for frying (can substitute with canola or peanut oil)
- For the Thousand Island dressing:
- ½ cup (120ml) mayonnaise (full-fat)
- 2 tablespoons (30ml) ketchup
- 1 tablespoon (15ml) dill pickle relish
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- Optional: squeeze of fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Prepare the filling: In a mixing bowl, combine corned beef, well-drained sauerkraut, and shredded Swiss cheese. Mix gently to distribute evenly without mushing.
- Make the Thousand Island dip: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, ketchup, dill pickle relish, Worcestershire sauce, onion powder, and garlic powder. Add lemon juice or salt to taste. Refrigerate until serving.
- Assemble the egg rolls: Lay one egg roll wrapper on a clean surface with a corner pointing toward you (diamond shape). Place about 2 tablespoons of filling near the corner closest to you. Fold that corner over the filling, then fold in both side corners snugly. Roll tightly toward the far corner, sealing the edge with a dab of water or beaten egg.
- Heat the oil: Pour vegetable oil into a deep-fryer or pot to a depth of 2-3 inches. Heat to 350°F (175°C), monitoring with a thermometer.
- Fry the egg rolls: Carefully place 3-4 egg rolls at a time into the hot oil, avoiding overcrowding. Fry for 3-4 minutes or until golden and crispy, turning occasionally. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- Serve warm: Plate the crispy egg rolls with a bowl of Thousand Island dip. Enjoy immediately for best crunch.
Notes
Ensure sauerkraut is well-drained to prevent soggy wrappers. Use a thermometer to maintain oil temperature at 350°F for best results. Egg rolls can be frozen before frying and cooked directly from frozen with added cooking time. Baking or air-frying is possible but results in less crisp texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 egg rolls with dip
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 20
- Carbohydrates: 25
- Protein: 15
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