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March 16, 2024 Dinner and Lunch

Step-by-Step Guide to Making Reuben Egg Rolls

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Looking for a unique way to use leftover corned beef? This recipe for baked Reuben egg rolls is your answer! In just 45 minutes, you can transform simple ingredients into a delicious, crowd-pleasing appetizer that’s easy to make and even easier to enjoy. They’re a fantastic, less-messy alternative to the classic sandwich and pair wonderfully with a side of thousand island dressing.

What You Will Need:

  • 1 pound of sliced corn beef
  • 1/2 pound of shredded Swiss cheese
  • 1 cup of well drained sauerkraut
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 10 egg roll wrappers
  • 2 tablespoons of olive oil, canola oil, or avocado oil

How to Roll the Reuben Egg Rolls:

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The Reuben Egg Roll Ingredients

There are just a handful of ingredients that make up the egg rolls. Corned beef, swiss cheese, sauerkraut, and egg roll wrappers. The corned beef can be either a brisket or corned beef lunchmeat. There are some really great lunch meat brands that offer corned beef. Swiss cheese and sauerkraut are available at almost every grocery store. The sauerkraut needs to be well drained. Lastly, the egg roll wrappers. I have only used egg roll wrappers that are roughly 6 x 6 inches. They have worked great for me.

Preparing the Reuben Ingredients

Preparing the Reuben filling for the egg rolls is very easy. Add the corned beef, shredded swiss cheese, and well drained sauerkraut to the food processor and blend until the ingredients are combined. Just look at the video for what it should look like. If you do not have a food processor, just cut the ingredients to a fine dice.

Rolling the Egg Rolls

How do you roll an egg roll? It is best at this point to look at the video to see how to make the egg rolls. Place the egg roll wrapper in a diamond shape with one point towards you. Place roughly three tablespoons of the corned beef mixture about three inches away from you towards the center. The mixture needs to be in the shape of the egg roll. Place the tip of the wrapper closest to you over the mixture. Fold the left tip in and the right tip in and roll away from you to the furthest tip.Brush the tip of the egg roll furthest away from you with a bit of egg yolk and finish rolling the egg roll. It takes a bit of practice but you will get the hang of it! 

Baking the Egg Rolls

To bake the egg rolls, place the finished egg rolls seam side down (the spot where you added egg to seal the egg roll). Brush or spray a very thin coat on top of the egg rolls.Bake for 5-7 or until the egg rolls start to brown. Turn them over and bake for another 3-5 minutes.

Reuben ravioli is another great corned beef recipe! Try my 1,000 island dressing too!

Please visit my appetizer page for more ideas!

FAQ’s:

Can I make these reuben egg rolls ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the filling and roll the egg rolls a day in advance. Store the unbaked egg rolls on a parchment-lined baking sheet in the refrigerator, covered with plastic wrap, until you are ready to bake them. You can also freeze them for up to two months.

What is the best way to reheat leftovers?

For the crispiest result, it’s best to reheat leftover reuben egg rolls in the oven or an air fryer. Place them on a baking sheet and heat at 350°F (175°C) for about 5-10 minutes, or until they are heated through and the wrapper is crispy again.

Can I use a different type of cheese instead of Swiss?

While Swiss cheese is a key component of a classic reuben and provides a unique flavor, you could substitute it with another good melting cheese like Gruyère or provolone. Keep in mind that this will change the traditional flavor profile.

Is it better to use corned beef brisket or lunch meat?

You can use either corned beef brisket or corned beef lunchmeat for this recipe. The choice depends on your preference and what you have available. Corned beef brisket may offer a more robust flavor, while lunch meat provides a convenient and quick option.

How can I make these in an air fryer?

To cook these in an air fryer, preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Place the egg rolls in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring they are not touching. Cook for 8-12 minutes, flipping them halfway through, until they are golden brown and crispy.

Reuben egg rolls from Cleveland cooking. corned beef, Swiss cheese, and sauerkraut wrapped in an egg roll wrapper.

Step-by-Step Guide to Making Reuben Egg Rolls

Course: Appetizer, dinner
Cuisine: American, irish
Keyword: corned beef, eggrolls, reuben, swiss cheese
Prep Time: 30 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes minutes
Servings: 10 eggrolls
Calories: 225kcal
Author: clevelandcooking
Craving a unique and tasty appetizer? Try Reuben egg rolls! The savory combination of corned beef, Swiss cheese, and sauerkraut.
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Equipment

  • 1 food processor

Ingredients

  • 1 pound of sliced corned beef
  • ½ pound of shredded swiss cheese
  • 1 cup of well drained sauerkraut
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 10 egg roll wrappers roughly 6 inches x 6 inches
  • Olive oil canola oil, or avocado oil

Instructions

  • Place corned beef, swiss cheese, and sauerkraut in a food processor and blend until a rough consistency. Look at the video to check the consistency. If you do not have a food processor, a fine dice will do.
  • Place egg yolk in a small bowl and beat with a spoon or fork until smooth.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F
  • Spray or brush a thin coating of cooking oil of your choice onto a parchment lined baking sheet.
  • It is best at this point to look at the video to see how to make the egg rolls. Place the egg roll wrapper in a diamond shape with one point towards you. Place roughly three tablespoons of the corned beef mixture about three inches away from you towards the center. The mixture needs to be in the shape of the egg roll.
  • Place the tip of the wrapper closest to you over the mixture. Fold the left tip in and the right tip in and roll away from you to the furthest tip.Brush the tip of the egg roll furthest away from you with a bit of egg yolk and finish rolling the egg roll. It takes a bit of practice but you will get the hang of it!
  • Place the finished egg rolls seam side down (the spot where you added egg). Brush or spray a very thin coat on top of the egg rolls.
  • Bake for 5-7 or until the egg rolls start to brown. Turn them over and bake for another 3-5 minutes.
  • Cool and serve with thousand island dressing.

Notes

Try to use the video as a guide to rolling the egg rolls. Once you have it down you can make all kinds of egg rolls.
These are baked egg rolls. If you are going to deep fry the egg rolls, please be careful.
You can use either corned beef brisket or corned beef lunchmeat.

Nutrition

Serving: 10egg rolls | Calories: 225kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 66mg | Sodium: 763mg | Potassium: 188mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.3g | Vitamin A: 219IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 218mg | Iron: 1mg

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