Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsSmoke Bourbon and BBQSouthern Reuben Recipe

Southern Reuben Recipe

Time2h
Serves2

Brisket, BBQ 1000 island, sauerkraut, swiss on grilled sourdough

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Ingredients

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Meat

Vegetables

Cheese

Bread

Butter

Method

Preparation of Brisket

  1. 1

    Cook the Brisket

    Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Season the brisket with salt and pepper. Place it in a roasting pan and cover with foil. Roast for about 3-4 hours, or until tender. Let it rest before slicing.

Assemble the Sandwich

  1. 2

    Prepare the BBQ Thousand Island Sauce

    In a bowl, combine the BBQ sauce and Thousand Island dressing. Mix well and set aside.

  2. 3

    Layer the Ingredients

    On one slice of sourdough bread, spread a layer of the BBQ Thousand Island sauce. Add a layer of sliced brisket, followed by sauerkraut and a slice of Swiss cheese. Top with another slice of sourdough bread.

Grilling the Sandwich

  1. 4

    Grill the Sandwich

    Spread butter on the outside of both slices of bread. Heat a skillet over medium heat. Place the sandwich in the skillet and grill until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side. Ensure the cheese is melted.

Serve

  1. 5

    Slice and Serve

    Remove the sandwich from the skillet, let it cool for a minute, and then slice it in half. Serve warm with extra BBQ Thousand Island sauce on the side.

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