Description

These Reuben Fritters are a crispy, cheesy, and indulgent twist on the classic Reuben sandwich. Filled with corned beef, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, and a tangy dressing, these bite-sized snacks are perfect for parties, game day, or whenever you’re craving a fun and flavorful appetizer. Serve with a side of Thousand Island dressing for dipping!

Ingredients

Scale

1 cup corned beef, finely chopped
1/2 cup Swiss cheese, shredded
1/2 cup sauerkraut, drained and squeezed dry
1/4 cup green onions, finely chopped
1 egg, beaten
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup breadcrumbs (preferably panko for extra crunch)
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
Salt and pepper, to taste
Vegetable oil, for frying
1/4 cup Thousand Island dressing (for dipping)

Instructions

In a large bowl, combine the chopped corned beef, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, and green onions. Stir to mix well.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg, flour, breadcrumbs, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
Add the egg mixture to the corned beef mixture and stir until the ingredients are well combined. The mixture should be sticky but firm enough to form into small balls.
Using your hands, form the mixture into small balls or fritters, about 1 1/2 inches in diameter.
Heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot (around 350°F or 175°C), carefully drop the fritters into the oil.
Fry the fritters in batches, turning them as needed, until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side.
Remove the fritters from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Serve hot with Thousand Island dressing for dipping.

Notes

For a lighter version, try baking the fritters at 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy.
Feel free to adjust the filling by adding more cheese or sauerkraut, depending on your preference.
These fritters can be made ahead and reheated in the oven to crisp them back up before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Appetizer, Snack, Fried Food
Method: Frying
Cuisine: American, Irish-inspired

Keywords: Reuben Fritters, Crispy Snacks, Corned Beef Appetizer, Cheesy Snacks, Fried Bites, Party Snacks, Reuben Recipe