Extra Crispy Air Fryer Reuben Sandwich (Better Than a Deli!)
Description
Make the ultimate Extra Crispy Air Fryer Reuben Sandwich at home! Perfectly toasted bread, melty Swiss cheese, tangy Russian dressing, and savory corned beef for a better-than-deli experience.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup Russian Dressing, or Thousand Island Dressing
- 8 slices rye bread
- 1 poun corned beef, sliced
- 12 ounces sauerkraut, drained
- 4 slices Swiss Cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted, unsalted
Instructions
- Start by spreading the Russian dressing on 1 piece of bread (or do all 4 at once).
- Then place the corned beef on top, place the drained sauerkraut on top, then top it off with a piece of Swiss cheese. Then add the top piece.
- Place the sandwich in the air fryer and spray the tops with cooking spray or brush with melted butter.
- Air fryer your sandwich for 4 minutes at 390 degrees F, air fryer setting, and then when it's up, flip it, spray it with cooking spray or brush with melted butter, and air fry for another 3-4 minutes.
- Plate, serve, and enjoy!
Equipment
- Cooking Spray, optional
- Parchment Paper, optional
Notes
Recipe Notes:
To prevent soggy bread, always place a slice of Swiss cheese directly against the rye bread on both the top and bottom. This creates a moisture barrier between the bread and the wet sauerkraut.
Dry Your Sauerkraut: This is the most critical step! Place your sauerkraut in a paper towel and squeeze firmly until no liquid remains. Excess moisture is the enemy of a crispy air-fried sandwich.
Because rye bread is lightweight, the air fryer fan can sometimes blow the top slice off. Secure the sandwich with two toothpicks diagonally or place a small metal air fryer rack on top to weigh it down.
For the most even, golden-brown crust, spread a thin layer of mayonnaise on the outside of the bread instead of butter. Mayo has a higher smoke point and creates a superior "deli-style" crunch
Nutrition
Serving: 1ServingCalories: 363kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 11gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 37mgSodium: 1160mgPotassium: 271mgFiber: 6gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 346IUVitamin C: 13mgCalcium: 227mgIron: 3mg