Description
Savor the rachel sandwich, a delightful twist on the classic deli favorite that blends tender corned beef, tangy sauerkraut, and zesty russian dressing between perfectly toasted rye bread. Swiss cheese and crisp coleslaw elevate this sandwich, promising you a mouthwatering culinary journey with each delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 4 ounces (113 grams) sliced turkey breast
Cheese and Dairy:
- 2 slices Swiss cheese
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) butter (softened)
Bread and Additional Components:
- 2 slices rye bread
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) coleslaw
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) Russian dressing (or Thousand Island dressing)
Instructions
- Generously coat each rye bread slice with a vibrant layer of tangy Russian dressing, ensuring complete coverage.
- Construct the sandwich by stacking tender turkey slices, creamy Swiss cheese, and crisp coleslaw onto one bread slice.
- Carefully position the second bread slice on top, with the dressing-coated side facing inward to create a cohesive flavor profile.
- Delicately spread softened butter across the exterior surfaces of both bread slices, promoting even golden browning.
- Preheat a skillet over medium heat, allowing it to reach an ideal temperature for achieving a perfectly crisp exterior.
- Gently transfer the prepared sandwich into the heated pan, allowing the first side to transform into a rich, golden-brown crust over 3-4 minutes.
- Using a spatula, skillfully flip the sandwich to cook the opposite side, ensuring an additional 3-4 minutes of toasting until the cheese melts and bread achieves a uniform crispness.
- Remove the hot sandwich from the skillet, slice diagonally to create two triangular halves, and serve immediately while maintaining optimal warmth and texture.
Notes
- Swap rye bread with gluten-free alternatives for those with wheat sensitivities.
- Reduce Russian dressing amount for lower-calorie version, or use yogurt-based light dressing.
- Press sandwich gently while grilling to ensure even browning and crispy texture.
- Use plant-based cheese and turkey alternatives for vegetarian or vegan modifications.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Snacks
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 1,200 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg