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Crispy Reuben Egg Rolls Recipe with Creamy Thousand Island Dip

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These crispy Reuben egg rolls combine classic deli flavors of corned beef, sauerkraut, and Swiss cheese wrapped in a golden, crunchy shell, served with a creamy homemade Thousand Island dip. Perfect as a quick, indulgent snack or party appetizer.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces corned beef, finely chopped or shredded
  • 1 cup sauerkraut, drained and squeezed dry
  • 6 ounces Swiss cheese, shredded (Jarlsberg or Gruyère recommended)
  • One 12-ounce pack egg roll wrappers
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon sweet pickle relish
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Butter or vegetable/peanut oil for frying
  • 1 egg beaten with 1 tablespoon water (egg wash)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the filling by combining finely chopped corned beef, drained sauerkraut, and shredded Swiss cheese in a large mixing bowl. Mix gently until evenly distributed.
  2. Make the Thousand Island dip by whisking together mayonnaise, ketchup, sweet pickle relish, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Refrigerate until serving.
  3. Lay one egg roll wrapper on a clean surface with a corner pointing toward you. Spoon about 2 tablespoons of filling near the corner closest to you without overfilling.
  4. Fold the corner over the filling, then fold in the two side corners snugly. Roll up tightly toward the far corner. Brush the final corner with egg wash and press to seal. Repeat with remaining wrappers and filling.
  5. Heat oil in a deep skillet or fryer to 350°F (175°C) to a depth of 1-2 inches.
  6. Fry 3-4 egg rolls at a time, turning occasionally, until golden brown and crisp on all sides, about 3-4 minutes per batch.
  7. Remove egg rolls with a slotted spoon or tongs and drain on paper towels. Let cool slightly before serving.
  8. Serve warm with a small bowl of creamy Thousand Island dip on the side.

Notes

Drain sauerkraut thoroughly to prevent sogginess. Maintain oil temperature at 350°F (175°C) and avoid overcrowding the pan for crispy results. Egg wash seals wrappers to prevent filling leaks. For a lighter option, bake at 425°F (220°C) for 15-20 minutes, turning halfway. Egg rolls can be assembled ahead and frozen; fry or bake directly from frozen, adding extra cooking time.

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