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Air Fryer Reuben Sandwich

Crispy bread piled high with corned beef, sauerkraut and cheese.
Course Lunch
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 562kcal

Ingredients

  • 8 slices bread rye or pumpernickel
  • 4 slices Swiss cheese
  • 1 pound (453g) corned beef sliced
  • 8 tablespoons sauerkraut well-drained
  • ½ cup (132g) Russian dressing or Thousand Island dressing
  • oil or melted butter

Instructions

  • Preheat air fryer to 390 degrees F or 200 degrees C and spread the Russian dressing on four slices of bread.
  • Assemble the sandwiches by dividing the corned beef slices evenly among the 4 pieces of bread, then top each with sauerkraut and a slice of cheese. Close the sandwiches with the 4 remaining slices of bread. If needed, use a toothpick to hold the sandwiches togther.
  • Place the sandwiches in the air fryer basket, and spray or brush the tops with oil or melted butter.
  • Cook for 3 – 4 minutes, then open the air fryer, carefully flip the sandwiches over, and add butter to the tops.
  • Cook for another 3-4 minutes, until crispy golden brown.

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Notes

  • Use a substantial bread that will hold up to this meaty sandwich. 
  • Ensure the sauerkraut or pickled cabbage is well-drained so you don’t end up with a soggy sandwich. 
  • Slice the corned beef to your preference. I prefer thick slices, but you can shred the beef. 
  • You can butter the bread before assembling the sandwich. 
  • Omit the sauerkraut if you prefer. 
  • Can’t find corned beef? Use pastrami instead. 
  • Use a toothpick to hold the sandwich together while it cooks. Remove the toothpick before serving.
  • Don't crowd the air fryer basket. Depending on the size of your air fryer, you may need to cook in batches.
  • Air fryer temperatures vary depending on the make and model. Use the cooking time listed as a guide, check your food for doneness, then adjust the time as needed.

Nutrition

Calories: 562kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 35g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 7g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 85mg | Sodium: 2169mg | Potassium: 536mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 213IU | Vitamin C: 35mg | Calcium: 234mg | Iron: 5mg