Reuben Sandwich With Russian Dressing | Reuben Sandwich With Corned Beef

A Reuben sandwich is a classic American sandwich with several key ingredients and a distinctive flavor profile. The Reuben sandwich's exact origin is debated, but it is widely associated with Jewish delicatessens in New York City. It's named after Arnold Reuben, who may have first served it at his restaurant, "Reuben's", in the early 20th century.

Making a Reuben sandwich involves grilling or toasting the rye bread, layering it with corned beef, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, and dressing. The sandwich is then usually grilled until the cheese melts and the bread becomes crispy.

There are numerous variations of the Reuben sandwich, such as the Rachel, which substitutes turkey for corned beef, or vegetarian versions using alternatives like tempeh or portobello mushrooms. Besides that, Classic Reuben, Pastrami Reuben, Montreal Reuben, California Reuben are some of the variations of the Reuben sandwich.

The Reuben Sandwich with Russian Dressing is a classic type of Reuben Sandwich. Reuben Sandwich with Russian Dressing offers a unique blend of flavors and textures, including the savory, salty corned beef, the tangy sauerkraut, the creaminess of the dressing, and the earthy notes of rye bread. Here is a recipe of Reuben Sandwich with Russian Dressing:

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Ingredients of Reuben Sandwich with Russian Dressing :

For the Russian Dressing:

• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons ketchup
• 2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• Salt and pepper to taste

For the Reuben Sandwich:

• 8 slices of rye bread
• 1/2 pound thinly sliced corned beef
• 8 slices of Swiss cheese
• 1 cup sauerkraut, drained
• Russian dressing (as prepared above)
• Butter for grilling

Instructions of Making Reuben Sandwich with Russian Dressing:

1. Making of Russian Dressing:

• Combine the mayonnaise, ketchup, sweet pickle relish, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, a pinch of salt and pepper in a bowl.
• Mix all the ingredients very well until they are thoroughly combined. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed. You can add more relish for sweetness or more mustard for tanginess, according to your preference.
• Cover and refrigerate the Russian dressing until you're ready to use it for your sandwiches.

2. Making of Reuben Sandwich:

• Lay out four slices of rye bread on a clean surface.
• Spread a generous amount of Russian dressing on each of the four slices of bread.
• Place a slice of Swiss cheese on top of the dressing on each of the four slices.
• Divide the corned beef into four portions and place one portion on top of the cheese on each of the four slices.
• Distribute the sauerkraut evenly over the corned beef on each sandwich.
• Top each sandwich with a second slice of rye bread.
• Take a non-stick skillet or griddle and heat it over medium heat. Add a small amount of butter when the skillet or griddle is hot. 
• Carefully transfer the assembled sandwiches to the skillet or griddle and cook until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted. You can cover the skillet to help the cheese melt faster.
• Once the bottom slice of bread is golden brown, carefully flip the sandwich and cook the other side until it's browned and the cheese is fully melted.
• Remove the sandwiches from the skillet, cut them in half diagonally and serve hot.

Your Reuben sandwich with Russian dressing is now ready to enjoy! It's a delightful combination of flavors and textures, perfect for a classic deli-style meal.

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Cuisine: American, Prep Time: 10 mins, Cook Time: 10 mins, Total Time: 20 mins, Servings: 4