When it comes to a corned beef sandwich, this one definitely has my own unique personal twist. If you want to make this more like a traditional Rueben sandwich, then just swap out the coleslaw for sauerkraut. I am not a big sauerkraut fan, my husband loves it but I think it tastes rotten. So I swap it out for coleslaw and some sliced pickles so that I can actually enjoy this yummy sandwich. Corned beef sandwiches are especially good with our Coleslaw recipe and Homemade Russian Dressing recipe. The creamy, savory kick of this mayonnaise-based dressing is the perfect way to doll up a sandwich. It gives your taste buds a little something extra to play with while you’re enjoying the tender meat and crisp, flavorful coleslaw.
Ingredients in the Best Corned Beef Sandwich Recipe
The ingredients for this traditional corned beef sandwich are perfect for making with a leftover corned beef roast or making it the day of. Just a few extra ingredients from the fridge will give you the best corned beef sandwich yet!
Bread – Dark rye bread, marbled rye, or black pumpernickel bread slices give this corned beef sandwich the ultimate flavor! Corned beef – Sliced corned beef or shredded corned beef roast lays right over the top of the bread. It is filled with flavor and soft, tender, and juicy in every bite! Cheese – Swiss cheese slices are soft and have a creamy bite to them. Coleslaw – Our recipe has shredded cabbage and carrots mixed with a tasty coleslaw dressing. You can make it from a bag too from the grocery store if that is easier. Pickles – Sliced pickles are laid flat on the sandwich. Russian dressing – Our delicious homemade Russian dressing adds all the flavor.
Instructions for Corned Beef Sandwich
In just a few steps you will have a quick and easy lunch or dinner recipe that you will love! This is a simple, yet flavorful sandwich that has all the raves. Sink your teeth into this corned beef sandwich and enjoy all the Irish flavors in each bite!
Additions and Substitutions for Corned Beef Sandwich
Give your classic corned beef sandwich a masterpiece lunch or dinner with these ideas to help make it your own! Use some of these ideas to try different ways to make corned beef sandwiches. The possibilities are endless!
Corned beef brisket – This is great for roasted corned beef leftovers. It is so tender and juicy. It is the perfect leftover sandwich. Pastrami – Try this for another type of thinly sliced meat. Condiments – Mustard, horseradish, or Dijon mustard. These three condiments can be together or separate depending on your preference. Caramelized onions – Cook the onions ahead of time and add them to the sandwich for a classic sandwich stack! Tomatoes – Slice large tomatoes or Roma tomatoes to put on the side of a slice of bread. Potato chips – Add a side of potato chips for a complete meal.
What is Russian Dressing?
Russian dressing is made with mayonnaise, chili sauce, red wine vinegar, sugar, garlic powder, paprika, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and dill pickles or dill pickle relish. It is similar to Thousand Island Dressing. It is also comparable to the In-N-Out “spread”. You’ll love this creamy and savory mayonnaise-based sauce with a spicy kick. It is most well-known as a dressing on a Classic Reuben Sandwich or corned beef sandwich.Ironically, according to several sources, including CNN, the Russian Dressing recipe originated in New Hampshire, not Russia. A grocer named James E. Colburn invented the dressing. He created it as a spread and sold it to retailers and hotels throughout the United States. Colbern liked to use the dressing on a Russian salad, hence giving it the name “Russian” dressing. Now it has become one of the sandwich staples in New York City delis and diners.In a pinch, if you don’t have all the ingredients for Russian Dressing you can simply mix together 2 parts mayonnaise to 1 part ketchup for a substitute. The flavors are close enough to work.
Leftover Corned Beef
This sandwich is the perfect way to use leftover corned beef if you are making some up for St. Patrick’s Day, or just pick some up at the store. If I am making this sandwich, then I usually need to run by the store anyway to pick up some Rye bread and sliced cheese from the deli.
Storing Corned Beef Sandwich
Storing corned beef sandwiches is as simple as it gets! It is best to make these sandwiches the day you eat them because they will become soggy after too long. We like to toast the sandwich and assemble it before wrapping it in plastic wrap and then aluminum foil to store in the refrigerator for one to two hours. Place the condiments back in the refrigerator. Store the bread separately in the pantry and your clean-up is done! When ready to make another corned beef sandwich, gather ingredients and warm up the corned beef in the microwave or stove. Next, assemble with your favorite condiments and dressing.
More St. Patrick’s Day Favorites
We have some other fun recipes that are perfect for St. Patrick’s Day. You can make it a week full of yummy Irish recipes instead of just one day. You can make one of our delicious Irish Pasties with a green Mint Julep to drink. If you are looking for some green treats, then you will love our copycat Shamrock Shakes or Mini Grasshopper Cheesecakes.
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