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Reuben Croquettes

Crispy Reuben Croquettes: Crafting Comfort Food at Home

These Reuben Croquettes transform leftover corned beef into a delicious appetizer, featuring a crispy exterior and creamy filling.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 croquettes
Course: APPETIZERS
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

Filling Ingredients
  • 2 cups Roasted Garlic Instant Mashed Potatoes or leftover cold mashed potatoes
  • 1 cup Sauerkraut well-drained
  • 1 cup Shredded Swiss Cheese or mozzarella/Monterey Jack
  • 2 cups Corned Beef finely chopped or shredded
  • 1 large Egg acts as a binder
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Parsley fresh, chopped
Coating Ingredients
  • 1 cup All Purpose Flour for dredging
  • 2 cups Panko Breadcrumbs for a crispy exterior
Cooking Ingredients
  • to spray Olive Oil Spray for coating
Serving Ingredients
  • 1 cup Thousand Island Dressing for dipping

Equipment

  • air fryer
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Three bowls for dredging

Method
 

Croquette Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the cold roasted garlic instant mashed potatoes, well-drained sauerkraut, shredded Swiss cheese, chopped corned beef, one large egg, salt, pepper, and parsley. Stir everything together until fully blended.
  2. Using your hands, form the mixture into cylindrical or ball shapes, about 1.5 tablespoons each. If the mixture feels too loose, chill it in the refrigerator for 20-30 minutes to firm it up.
  3. Create a dredging station with three bowls: the first for all-purpose flour seasoned with salt and pepper, the second for a beaten egg, and the third for panko breadcrumbs, also seasoned.
  4. One by one, coat each croquette in the flour, then dip it in the egg, and finally roll it in the breadcrumbs, ensuring an even coat for maximum crispiness.
  5. Place the coated croquettes in the air fryer basket in a single layer without overcrowding. Lightly spray them with olive oil to encourage a golden finish.
  6. Set the air fryer to 400°F and cook for 8-10 minutes, flipping them halfway through until they are golden brown and crispy on the outside.
  7. Once cooked, serve the croquettes hot with Thousand Island dressing for dipping.

Nutrition

Serving: 1croquetteCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 7gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Garnish with fresh parsley for a touch of color and a burst of freshness. Adjust cooking time based on your air fryer model. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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