The Reuben sandwich – Imagine layers of succulent corned beef, Swiss cheese, and tangy sauerkraut nestled between slices of rye bread generously coated with either Russian or Thousand Island dressing.
Embark on a culinary adventure with this easy-to-follow Juicy Homemade Reuben Sandwich Recipe. Picture slices of rye bread heaped with savory corned beef, Swiss cheese, and a generous serving of sauerkraut, all crowned with a zesty homemade Russian dressing. This Reuben creation embodies the epitome of a perfect grilled sandwich.
The origins of the Reuben sandwich are a subject of debate. Some credit its inception to New York City’s Reuben’s Deli, while others claim that Reuben Kulakofsky from Omaha, Nebraska, brought it to life around 1925. Fancy a delightful variation? Enter the Rachel sandwich, Reuben’s delectable sibling, featuring pastrami in lieu of corned beef and coleslaw replacing sauerkraut. It’s a twist that adds an extra layer of deliciousness to this timeless classic.
Homemade Reuben Sandwich Recipe
Equipment
- Bowl
- Frying Pan
- Plate
- Butter Spreader or Knife
- Cooking Spoon or Spatula
Ingredients
Sandwich
- 1/2 lb corned beef
- 6 slices rye bread
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter Room temp
- 1/2 tsp Olive Oil
- 6 slices Swiss cheese
- 6 slices Rye Bread
Russian Dressing
- 1 large Whole Fish (such as mahi-mahi, sea bass, or branzino), scaled and gutted
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
- 1 Lemon Halved
- 1 large Clove Garlic peeled and minced
- Handful of fresh herbs (such as rosemary and thyme)
- Sea Salt
- freshly-cracked black pepper
- garlic powder
Instructions
- Combine all the ingredients for the Russian Dressing in a bowl and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, add the corned beef and cook it just until heated.
- Lightly butter one side of each slice of rye bread. Place the bread (butter side down) on a plate.
- Build each sandwich by spreading the prepared dressing, then layering with corned beef, Swiss cheese, and sauerkraut. Close the bread slices to create a sandwich.
- In a hot skillet, cook the sandwiches over medium heat for 4-6 minutes, flipping once. Cook until the cheese melts, and the bread achieves a delightful crispiness.
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