Description
These Corned Beef Swiss Reuben Quesadillas offer a delightful fusion of classic Reuben sandwich flavors with the crispy, melty goodness of quesadillas. Featuring savory corned beef, tangy sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, and a creamy homemade sauce, this easy-to-make recipe is perfect for a quick lunch or a satisfying dinner.
Ingredients
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For the Sauce:
- ¾ cup mayonnaise
- 3 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 tablespoon sweet pickle relish
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
For the Quesadillas:
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1 pound corned beef, cooked and sliced
- 12 slices Swiss cheese
- 1 cup sauerkraut, drained
- 3 tablespoons grapeseed oil or other neutral oil for frying
Instructions
- Prepare the sauce: In a bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, ketchup, sweet pickle relish, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until the ingredients are fully combined and the sauce is smooth.
- Assemble the quesadilla: Lay one flour tortilla flat on a clean surface. On one half of the tortilla, layer slices of cooked corned beef, Swiss cheese slices, drained sauerkraut, and drizzle some of the prepared sauce over the filling. Fold the tortilla in half to enclose the filling.
- Cook the quesadilla: Heat the grapeseed oil in a skillet over medium heat. Once hot, carefully place the folded quesadilla in the skillet. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes on one side until golden brown and the cheese begins to melt, then carefully flip and cook the other side for an additional 3 to 4 minutes until equally golden and crispy.
- Serve: Remove the cooked quesadilla from the skillet and place it on a cutting board. Slice into wedges and serve warm with the remaining sauce on the side for dipping.
Notes
- Be sure to drain the sauerkraut well to prevent soggy quesadillas.
- You can substitute Swiss cheese with Gruyère for a nuttier flavor.
- If preferred, use rye tortillas to stay closer to traditional Reuben flavors.
- Adjust the smoked paprika and garlic powder in the sauce to taste for more or less smokiness and spice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Corned Beef Quesadilla, Reuben Quesadilla, Swiss Cheese Quesadilla, Easy Dinner, Skillet Quesadilla, Quick Meal
