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The Pastrami Sandwich: A Brined Beauty
A pastrami sandwich is a glorious combination of salty, smoky, and tender meat piled high on rye bread, often with a generous helping of mustard and maybe some pickles. It’s a classic deli experience, packed with flavor and satisfyingly rich. The key is the expertly cured and smoked meat – that’s what makes it truly special.
Recipe: Classic Pastrami Sandwich
Yields: 1 sandwich
Prep time: 15 minutes (plus curing time – see notes)
Cook time: 5-7 minutes
Ingredients:
- 6-8 oz. Pastrami (fully cooked, sliced – you can buy pre-cooked or cure your own – see notes)
- 2 slices Rye Bread (marble rye is traditional)
- Mustard (Yellow or Dijon)
- Pickles (dill, sliced)
- Butter (optional, for grilling)
Instructions:
- Prepare the Bread: If desired, lightly butter the outside of the rye bread slices.
- Grill (Recommended): Heat a skillet over medium heat. Place the bread slices in the skillet and grill for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown and toasted.
- Layer the Sandwich: On one slice of toasted rye, spread a generous amount of mustard. Layer the pastrami slices on top of the mustard.
- Top it Off: Add the sliced pickles on top of the pastrami.
- Close the Sandwich: Place the other slice of toasted rye bread on top.
- Serve Immediately: Cut in half (optional) and enjoy!
Notes on Pastrami:
- Curing: Making your own pastrami is a longer process (weeks to months) involving brining, salting, and smoking. There are plenty of recipes online if you’re feeling ambitious!
- Buying Pastrami: Pre-cooked pastrami is readily available in delis and some supermarkets.
- Variations: Some people add 1 tbsp of olive oil to the skillet when grilling.
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