All the flavors of a Reuben sandwich in a hot dog! These Reuben Hot Dogs have Swiss cheese topped hot dogs, sauerkraut, and a pickle spear in a hot dog bun, then topped with an easy homemade Russian dressing.
We love to get creative with hot dogs! Also try these Pizza Dogs or Mac and Cheese Dogs.
Reuben Hot Dogs
I am a hot dog lover. It’s no secret – I have many, many versions of hot dogs here on the blog. This recipe was originally published on July 21, 2012, and my love of hot dogs has not slowed down since then. I always joke that I don’t have any go-to dinner ideas because I’m always trying or perfecting recipes. But I do fall back on hot dogs a lot. Hot dogs, pizza and tacos.
Sometimes, though, a regular hot dog with ketchup and mustard just won’t cut it. I like to get creative, especially when it comes to hot dogs. And these Reuben Hot Dogs bring all kinds of excitement to your regular hot dog. As a result, my family won’t complain about having hot dogs again.
These Reuben Hot Dogs pack in so much flavor – you’ll want them on repeat!
What is a Reuben?
A Reuben sandwich traditionally is made with corned beef, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut and Russian dressing, all grilled on rye bread. These Reuben Hot Dogs are just inspired by that traditional sandwich. Replacing the corned beef is the hot dog, the rye is replaced by the hot dog bun, and then you add the Swiss cheese, sauerkraut and Russian dressing!
What is Russian Dressing
Despite its name, Russian Dressing isn’t even Russian at all. While there are versions of the dressing mentioned as early as 1900, the mayonnaise version that is popular today is said to be created in the 1910’s by James Colburn. It consists mainly of mayonnaise and ketchup, with other ingredients and spices often being added. The most popular of these additions are horseradish, pickle relish, chives and pimientos. In this recipe, we use sour cream instead of mayonnaise, along with ketchup and smoked paprika.
More hot dog recipes
Mexican Hot Dog
Hawaiian Hot Dogs
Taco Dogs
Coney Island Hot Dogs
BLAT Dogs
Green Chile Dogs
Reuben Dogs
Ingredients
- 1/2 lb sauerkraut rinsed and drained
- 8 all-beef hot dogs
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1/2 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 8 slices Swiss cheese
- 8 hot dog buns
- 8 pickle spears
Instructions
- Heat the sauerkraut in a small saucepan over medium heat.
- In a medium skillet, bring 1 inch of water to a boil. Add the hot dogs and cook until heated through.
- While the hot dogs are heating, make the sauce. In a small bowl, combine the sour cream, ketchup and smoked paprika. Set aside.
- Split the hot dogs lengthwise. On a grill or grill pan, grill the hot dogs until they are crisp. Place a piece of Swiss cheese on top of each hot dog, folding it if needed. Cover the grill to allow the cheese to melt.
- To assemble, place a hot dog in each bun. Top each with some sauerkraut and a pickle slice. Drizzle with the sauce.
Super Mommio says
Yummy! A nice way to dress up a plain hot dog. I did add a little honey to the sauce for sweetness though, and left the dill pickle on the plate as a side.
Billy says
Thank you so much for this recipe. Rueben dogs sound so amazing. Two of my favorite lunch items combined into one!
Sam says
Really loved your pictures in this recipe! I’m going to make these tonight for monday night football. For the sauerkraut you say to rinse and drain, and I’m wondering why? I usually just throw it on whatever I’m eating or on the side right out of the jar, wouldn’t rinsing it with water remove some of the flavor? Thanks for your input, and sharing this recipe!
Kim Bee says
This one looks fab. I cannot believe what you can do with a hot dog. I think the hawaiian is my fave though. I love them all but that one won my heart.
Alison @ Ingredients, Inc. says
what a fun idea! I enjoyed meeting you so much in Park City! Hope you’re well
Deborah says
@Alison @ Ingredients, Inc., I enjoyed meeting you as well. And your adorable daughter!!
Chung-Ah | Damn Delicious says
I’m a huge reuben lover so this is my favorite dog yet! Well done!
Deborah says
@Chung-Ah | Damn Delicious, you’ll definitely love this if you are a reuben lover. Hope you try it sometime!!
Caralyn @ glutenfreehappytummy says
sounds like a great summer meal!
Deborah says
@Caralyn @ glutenfreehappytummy, we have been living off of hot dogs this summer!
Colleen @ What's Baking in the Barbershop?! says
I really loved your hot dog week! Thanks for all these fun and yummy ideas!!
Deborah says
@Colleen @ What’s Baking in the Barbershop?!, I hope you found one or two that you want to try! 🙂
Chels R. says
Bobby Flay recently made this awesome looking hotdog on Barbecue Addiction from a few weeks ago, (we just got around to watching it) as he was building all the layers of flavor, my mind went right to you! It looked like something that would be up your alley 🙂
http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/bobby-flay/new-york-street-cart-dogs-with-onion-sauce-and-grilled-red-pepper-relish-recipe/index.html
Deborah says
@Chels R., ok, I totally want to make those! Thanks for the link!!
Heather of Kitchen Concoctions says
What a fun week with some great ways to dress up hot dogs! I love me a good Cuban sandwich so I am sure I would enjoy these!
Deborah says
@Heather of Kitchen Concoctions, this was a fun twist to a hot dog!
Laura (Tutti Dolci) says
I love a good Reuben so this hot dog looks the best!
Deborah says
@Laura (Tutti Dolci), it’s perfect for reuben lovers!!
Kelley {mountain mama cooks} says
My favorite hotdog yet!! I love Reuben sandwiches and this looks so good! Way to end with a bang.
Deborah says
@Kelley {mountain mama cooks}, Thanks, Kelley. It was one of my favs!
amanda @ fake ginger says
Giiiiiirl, you’re killing me! This is awesome! I have everything but the sauerkraut which obviously means I needed to go to the store RIGHT THIS SECOND so I can make this for breakfast.
Deborah says
@amanda @ fake ginger, I hope you were able to make them. They were tasty!!
Kim says
Awesome. I loved hot dog week! I love the flavors of a reuben. I bet this is very tasty.
Deborah says
@Kim, it was one of my favorites!!