Monte Cristo Reuben
This Monte Cristo Reuben combines the crispy, golden-brown goodness of a Monte Cristo with the savory flavors of a Reuben. Filled with pan-fried seitan, sauerkraut, and red onion, it’s a delicious fusion sandwich!
Equipment
- Cast-iron skillet or frying pan
- Shallow dish
Ingrediënten
- 1 cup 235 ml unsweetened soy or other nondairy milk
- ¼ cup 31 g all-purpose flour
- 1 pound 455 g seitan, cut into thin strips
- 1 cup 240 g sauerkraut, drained
- 1 red onion sliced into julienne
- 8 slices stale or firm sandwich bread
- 2 tablespoons 30 ml oil, plus more as needed
- Pinch dill
- Pinch paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Favorite sandwich spread optional
Instructies
- In a shallow dish, mix together the milk, flour, paprika, dill, salt, and pepper.
- Heat about 2 tablespoons (30 ml) of oil in a frying pan over high heat.
- Dip each slice of bread into the batter and panfry for 2 to 3 minutes per side, or until golden brown.
- Repeat with remaining bread, adding oil as needed.
- Add a little more oil to the pan and panfry the seitan strips with the sauerkraut and onion until heated through.
- Divide the seitan mixture evenly among 4 slices of bread, then top with the remaining bread slices.
- Serve warm with your favorite sandwich spread, if desired.
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
Serving Tip:
Serve with a side of crispy fries or a simple green salad for a complete meal.
Wine Advice:
A light-bodied red wine like Pinot Noir or a dry Riesling pairs beautifully with the tangy sauerkraut and savory seitan.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 420 kcal | Carbohydrates: 50 g | Protein: 28 g | Fat: 12 g | Fiber: 6 g | Sugar: 6 g | Salt: 1.8 g
