Bratwurst Reubens
Transform your sandwich game with these irresistible Bratwurst Reubens—a hearty twist on the classic deli favorite! Juicy bratwurst sausages are grilled to perfection, then paired with tangy sauerkraut, creamy Thousand Island dressing, and gooey Swiss cheese, all nestled between slices of buttery, golden-brown rye bread. This satisfying recipe melds bold German flavors with the comforting elements of a Reuben sandwich, making it a savory, melty delight that’s perfect for lunch, dinner, or game-day eats. With just 15 minutes of prep and simple skillet cooking, these Bratwurst Reubens are an easy yet gourmet way to elevate your sandwich repertoire. Serve them warm and watch them disappear! Perfect keywords: "Bratwurst Reubens sandwich," "easy reuben recipe," "German-inspired comfort food," "bratwurst sandwich ideas."
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 Bratwurst sausages
- 8 slices Rye bread
- 8 slices Swiss cheese
- 1 cup Sauerkraut
- 0.5 cup Thousand Island dressing
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
Instructions
Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
Cook the bratwurst sausages for 12-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned and cooked through. Remove from heat and slice each bratwurst lengthwise into halves.
Heat the sauerkraut in a small saucepan over low heat for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until warmed through. Set aside.
Butter one side of each slice of rye bread using the unsalted butter (roughly 1/2 tablespoon per slice).
To assemble each sandwich, place one slice of bread butter-side down on a clean surface. Spread about 1 tablespoon of Thousand Island dressing on the unbuttered side.
Layer one slice of Swiss cheese, two halves of bratwurst, 2-3 tablespoons of sauerkraut, and another slice of Swiss cheese on top of the Thousand Island-dressed bread slice.
Top with another slice of rye bread, butter-side up, to complete the sandwich.
Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat. Cook each sandwich for 3-4 minutes per side, pressing gently with a spatula, until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
Slice each sandwich in half, if desired, and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1506 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 51.5 g | 66% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.6 g | 68% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 98 mg | 32% | |
| Sodium | 4130 mg | 180% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 170.4 g | 62% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.8 g | 74% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.7 g | ||
| Protein | 88.3 g | 177% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 2420 mg | 186% | |
| Iron | 11.0 mg | 61% | |
| Potassium | 1164 mg | 25% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
