Description
These Baked Reuben Egg Rolls are a delicious twist on the classic Reuben sandwich, featuring a flavorful mix of corned beef, sauerkraut, and Swiss cheese wrapped in crispy egg roll wrappers and baked to golden perfection. Served with tangy Thousand Island dressing, they make a perfect appetizer or party snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 1 cup corned beef, chopped
- 1 cup sauerkraut, drained
- 1 cup Swiss cheese, shredded
Egg Rolls
- 10 egg roll wrappers
- 1 egg, beaten (for sealing and brushing)
Dipping Sauce
- Thousand Island dressing, for dipping
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the egg rolls.
- Prepare the Filling: In a large bowl, combine the chopped corned beef, drained sauerkraut, and shredded Swiss cheese thoroughly to create the filling mixture.
- Arrange Wrapper: Lay one egg roll wrapper flat on a clean surface, positioning it so one corner points towards you to facilitate rolling.
- Add Filling: Spoon about 2 tablespoons of the corned beef mixture onto the center of the wrapper, ensuring an even spread without overfilling.
- Roll the Egg Roll: Fold the bottom corner of the wrapper tightly over the filling, tuck in both sides snugly, and continue rolling upwards to form a neat egg roll.
- Seal the Wrapper: Brush the top corner of the wrapper with beaten egg to securely seal the egg roll and prevent it from unrolling during baking.
- Repeat: Repeat the filling and rolling process with the remaining wrappers and filling until all egg rolls are assembled.
- Prepare for Baking: Place the assembled egg rolls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to avoid sticking.
- Brush Egg Wash: Lightly brush the tops of each egg roll with the remaining beaten egg to promote browning and crispness.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the egg rolls are golden brown and crispy, turning the baking sheet halfway if desired for even cooking.
- Serve: Remove from oven and serve warm with Thousand Island dressing for dipping.
Notes
- You can add more cheese or corned beef if you prefer a fuller filling, adjusting the quantities accordingly.
- Ensure the sauerkraut is well-drained to avoid soggy wrappers.
- For extra crispiness, you can lightly spray the egg rolls with cooking spray before baking.
- These egg rolls can be prepared ahead and refrigerated; bake fresh when ready to serve.
- Thousand Island dressing can be substituted with Russian dressing or a homemade variation for a different flavor twist.
