Make a deli-style Reuben sandwich at home with this top-rated Reuben recipe.
What Is a Reuben Sandwich?
A Reuben is a grilled sandwich featuring corned beef on rye bread. The Reuben is a menu staple in Jewish-style delicatessens, but it's not technically kosher because it combines meat and cheese.
What Is On a Reuben?
A traditional reuben sandwich consists of thinly sliced corned beef, Swiss cheese, and sauerkraut on rye bread slathered with Russian or Thousand Island dressing.
How to Make a Reuben
You'll find the full, step-by-step recipe below — but here's a brief overview of what you can expect when you make reuben sandwiches at home:
1. Spread the dressing on one side of each slice of bread.
2. Assemble the sandwiches. Butter the top of each sandwich.
3. Place the sandwich butter-side down on the hot skillet or griddle.
4. Butter the other side. Flip when the bottom slice is golden brown.
5. Grill until both sides are golden brown.
How to Serve Reuben Sandwiches
Pair your Reuben with a pickle, potato chips, French fries, or one of these classic deli sides:
· Pasta Salad
· Coleslaw
· Tomato Soup
Allrecipes Community Tips and Praise
"This recipe was so good," says Cheri Lind. "My family loved it and I will definitely make it again. It was so easy and quick to make."
"Here's a tip that works for all grilled sandwiches: Instead of butter, spread the outside of the bread with a thin layer of mayonnaise," according to Studie B. "It makes a lovely, crispy sandwich, and no one will guess you used mayo."
"These sandwiches were super easy to make," says Mindy Holley Thornton. "Tasted just as good, if not better, than at a restaurant."
Editorial contributions by Corey Williams
Ingredients
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8 slices rye bread
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½ cup Thousand Island dressing
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8 slices Swiss cheese
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8 slices deli sliced corned beef
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1 cup sauerkraut, drained
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2 tablespoons butter, softened
Directions
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Gather all ingredients and preheat a large griddle or skillet over medium heat.
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Spread one side of bread slices evenly with Thousand Island dressing.
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On four bread slices, layer one slice Swiss cheese, 2 slices corned beef, 1/4 cup sauerkraut, and a second slice of Swiss cheese. Top with remaining bread slices, dressing-side down. Butter the top of each sandwich.
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Place sandwiches, butter-side down on the preheated griddle; butter the top of each sandwich with remaining butter. Grill until both sides are golden brown, about 5 minutes per side.
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Serve hot. Enjoy!
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Editor's Note
Try this sauerkraut recipe and top with homemade Thousand Island dressing.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 657 | Calories |
| 40g | Fat |
| 44g | Carbs |
| 32g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 4 | |
| Calories 657 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 40g | 52% |
| Saturated Fat 18g | 90% |
| Cholesterol 115mg | 38% |
| Sodium 1930mg | 84% |
| Total Carbohydrate 44g | 16% |
| Dietary Fiber 5g | 17% |
| Total Sugars 10g | |
| Protein 32g | 64% |
| Vitamin C 6mg | 6% |
| Calcium 517mg | 40% |
| Iron 4mg | 21% |
| Potassium 412mg | 9% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
