Description
These Reuben Steak Skewers with Sauerkraut bring together the classic flavors of a Reuben sandwich in a fun, grilled skewer format. Thinly sliced and seasoned minute steaks are quickly grilled and paired with tangy sauerkraut, crunchy gherkins, and a creamy Russian dressing, finished with a flavorful everything bagel seasoning for extra crunch and spice. Perfect as a shareable appetizer or a light main dish with bold, smoky, and savory notes.
Ingredients
Scale
Steak and Seasoning
- 700g minute steaks
- 2 teaspoons sea salt flakes
- 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
- 1 teaspoon dark brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon coriander seeds
- 1 teaspoon yellow mustard seeds
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
Condiments and Garnishes
- 4-6 heaped tablespoons sauerkraut
- 4 gherkins
- 30g gherkins, finely chopped
- 2 teaspoons white sesame seeds
- 1 teaspoon onion seeds
- 2 teaspoons poppy seeds
- ½ teaspoon onion granules
- ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
Russian Dressing
- 100g mayonnaise
- 30g tomato ketchup
- 1 teaspoon horseradish sauce (dairy-free if needed)
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 small banana shallot, finely chopped
Instructions
- Prepare Steak: Bash the minute steaks out as thinly as possible to tenderize and make them easier to cook quickly. Cut the flattened steaks into 3cm wide strips against the grain for optimal tenderness.
- Season Steak: Combine sea salt flakes, black peppercorns, dark brown sugar, coriander seeds, yellow mustard seeds, and onion powder in a pestle and mortar. Crush roughly to release the flavors, then rub this spice mixture evenly onto the beef strips. Let the beef cure for at least one hour or refrigerate overnight to deepen the flavors.
- Make Russian Dressing: In a bowl, thoroughly mix together mayonnaise, tomato ketchup, horseradish sauce, Worcestershire sauce, finely chopped banana shallot, and finely chopped gherkins. Season with salt and pepper according to taste. This creamy dressing will add a zesty tang to the dish.
- Make Everything Bagel Seasoning: In a small bowl, combine white sesame seeds, onion seeds, poppy seeds, and onion granules. Mix well to create a crunchy, savory seasoning blend.
- Cook Steak: Thread the cured, seasoned beef strips onto skewers in a concertina fashion to ensure even cooking. Place the skewers on the hottest part of the barbecue and grill for about 1 minute per side, cooking quickly to retain juiciness. Once cooked, allow the skewers to rest for a couple of minutes to redistribute the juices.
- Serve: Arrange the cooked skewers on a serving platter alongside sauerkraut and whole gherkins for garnish. Sprinkle the skewers with the everything bagel seasoning and serve the Russian dressing on the side for dipping or drizzling.
Notes
- For best results, use the freshest minute steaks and pound them thinly to ensure tenderness.
- Letting the beef cure overnight allows the spices to penetrate deeply, intensifying the flavor.
- If you do not have a barbecue, a very hot grill pan or broiler can be used to cook the skewers quickly.
- Ensure to soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes before grilling to prevent burning.
- The Russian dressing can be prepared a day ahead to allow flavors to meld.
- Adjust the quantities of sauerkraut, gherkins, and seasoning according to taste preferences.
