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Katie's Cucina » Recipes » Sandwich

Reuben Panini

Published: Mar 13, 2013 · Modified: Oct 4, 2022 by Katie · This post may contain affiliate links

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Plated sliced reuben sandwhich with sauce, sauerkraut, meat, and cheese displayed.

Love a good Reuben sandwich? Try my pressed Reuben panini recipe made in minutes using just a few simple ingredients. It will tastes like you have the New York deli in your home!

Sliced Reuben sandwiches pressed with lines on a white plate.

If you love corned beef and happen to have some leftovers you’ll love my Reuben Panini recipe. It’s all the great flavors of a Reuben sandwich but pressed making it hot and juicy. This sandwich is perfect for an easy lunch or even dinner. This sandwich is that much more delicious thanks to my homemade Russian sauce.

Table of contents

  • Why This Recipe Works
  • Directions
  • FAQs
  • Tips & Tricks
  • Corned Beef Recipes

Why This Recipe Works

An easy deli style sandwich in minutes in the comfort of your own home.

Use up leftover corned beef to make an easy lunch.

Bring the New York style deli into the comforts of your own home.

Directions

A full sandwiched sliced in half with cheese and corned beef and a pickle on the side.
  • Preheat panini press to high heat.
  • While panini press is heating up spread one tablespoon of softened butter on the outside pieces of the rye bread. Then spread one tablespoon of Russian Sauce on each side of the rye bread. Place Corned Beef on top of one side of bread followed by drained sauerkraut, and top with two slices of Swiss Cheese. Place second piece of bread on top of the sandwich (Russian sauce side down, buttered side up).
  • Place the sandwich on the panini press and cook for 5 minutes or until the panini is golden brown and cheese has melted. Serve with a pickle and additional Russian Sauce if desired.

FAQs

Is a Reuben sandwich considered Irish?

Technically a Reuben sandwich is not Irish, but because of the corned beef many people feel that it is.

What is a Reuben sandwich made of?

A Reuben sandwich consist of corned beef, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, and a smear of Russian dressing between slices of rye bread.

What kind of bread is a Reuben sandwich made of?

A classic Reuben sandwich has Rye bread; however, some will use sourdough if they don’t like or have Rye on hand.

What is an Irish sandwich?

A typical Irish sandwich consist of toasted and sliced-sourdough or rye bread with shredded corned beef, mustard, and shredded cabbage that is tossed in a light vinaigrette dressing.

Tips & Tricks

Top view of a corned beef and cheese sandwich sliced in half on a white plate with a pickle spear.

  • Corned Beef – You can use leftover corned beef for this recipe or simply purchase sliced pre-cooked corned beef from the deli.
  • Alternate for Panini Press – If you don’t have a panini press you can simply heat a frying pan and cook on medium heat. Place another pan on top of the sandwich to “press” it

Corned Beef Recipes

Two pieces of a corned beef sandwich with a pickle spear on a white rectangular plate.

If you are still craving corned beef, here are a few more of my favorite corned beef recipes.

  • Hot Reuben Dip Recipe
  • Irish Breakfast Wrap
  • Corned Beef and Brussel Sprouts
  • Corned Beef and Cabbage

If you make this Reuben recipe, I would be honored and love for you to take the time to leave a star rating and comment! I spend hours developing and testing these recipes, and always love to hear feedback and user experience!

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Plated sliced reuben sandwhich with sauce, sauerkraut, meat, and cheese displayed.

Reuben Panini

Love a good Reuben sandwich? Try my pressed Reuben panini recipe made in minutes using just a few simple ingredients.
5 from 1 vote
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Irish
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 1
Calories: 648kcal
Author: Katie

Equipment

  • 1 Panini Press

Ingredients

  • 2 slices Rye bread
  • 1 tablespoon butter softened
  • 2 tablespoons Russian sauce
  • 2 ounces Corned Beef
  • ¼ cup drained sauerkraut
  • 2 slices Swiss cheese
  • 1 pickle

Instructions

  • Preheat panini press to high heat.
  • While panini press is heating up spread one tablespoon of softened butter on the outside pieces of the rye bread. Then spread one tablespoon of Russian Sauce on each side of the rye bread. Place Corned Beef on top of one side of bread followed by drained sauerkraut, and top with two slices of Swiss Cheese. Place second piece of bread on top of the sandwich (Russian sauce side down, buttered side up).
  • Place the sandwich on the panini press and cook for 5 minutes or until the panini is golden brown and cheese has melted. Serve with a pickle and additional Russian Sauce if desired.

Notes

  • Corned Beef – You can use leftover corned beef for this recipe or simply purchase sliced pre-cooked corned beef from the deli.
  • Alternate for Panini Press – If you don’t have a panini press you can simply heat a frying pan and cook on medium heat. Place another pan on top of the sandwich to “press” it.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 648kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 44g | Saturated Fat: 18g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 101mg | Sodium: 2297mg | Potassium: 470mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 829IU | Vitamin C: 22mg | Calcium: 408mg | Iron: 4mg
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Katie is a busy mom of 2 children who loves to feed her family delicious meals that don't take hours to cook! She started her blog 10 years ago as a way to help others get cooking in the kitchen.

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Comments

  1. Rachael {Simply Fresh Cooking}

    March 14, 2013 at 11:45 am

    Dying. I want this! I’m a fan of any corned beef sandwich with a yummy sauce. Yours looks absolutely amazing and the photos are making me drool. I need to get me a panini press! Btw – I’m working on a little corned beef sandwich post today myself. Ah, St. Patty’s Day is the best! 🙂

    Reply
    • Katie

      March 15, 2013 at 10:46 pm

      Awe thanks for the kind words, Rachael.

  2. Dipti Joshi

    March 14, 2013 at 5:34 am

    Your pics of sandwiches are so inviting..Vegetarians will change their minds..

    Reply
  3. Stephanie @ Eat. Drink. Love.

    March 13, 2013 at 11:39 pm

    I love a good reuben! Even better making it a panini!

    Reply
  4. Danelle

    March 13, 2013 at 8:50 pm

    I love a Reuben sandwich–especially a toasty one!

    Reply
  5. Ashley

    March 13, 2013 at 2:21 pm

    I love a reuben! And all hot and gooey – omg, it’s too much!

    Reply
  6. addie | culicurious

    March 13, 2013 at 10:35 am

    oh yum!! 🙂 I love Reubens!! and this one looks fantastic!

    Reply
  7. Aggie

    March 13, 2013 at 9:23 am

    Reubens make me happy! One of my favorites 🙂
    This looks amazing!

    Reply

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