Description
Reuben quesadillas merge classic deli sandwich flavors with crispy tortilla magic. Melted swiss, tangy sauerkraut, and tender corned beef create a mouthwatering fusion that satisfies you with each savory bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 1 cup corned beef, shredded or thinly sliced
- 1 cup Swiss cheese, shredded
Bread/Wrapper:
- 4 large flour tortillas
Condiments and Extras:
- 1 cup sauerkraut, drained
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) thousand island dressing
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) butter
Instructions
- Prepare a medium-heat skillet and lightly coat one side of each tortilla with softened butter.
- Position the first tortilla butter-side down in the skillet, then generously spread Thousand Island dressing across its surface.
- Create a delectable layer by evenly distributing shredded Swiss cheese, tender corned beef, and tangy sauerkraut over the dressed tortilla.
- Carefully crown the layered tortilla with a second tortilla, ensuring the butter side faces upward.
- Allow the quesadilla to sizzle for 2-3 minutes on each side, watching for a golden-brown crust and completely melted cheese.
- Transfer the crispy quesadilla to a cutting board, slice into triangular wedges, and serve immediately while piping hot.
Notes
- Enhance flavor by using clarified butter for a crispier, golden-brown tortilla exterior without burning.
- Drain sauerkraut thoroughly to prevent soggy quesadillas and maintain a perfect crisp texture.
- Swap corned beef with pastrami or turkey for different protein variations and dietary preferences.
- Use low-fat Swiss cheese and Greek yogurt-based Thousand Island dressing for a lighter, healthier version of the classic Reuben quesadilla.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg