Delicious Pastrami Serving Suggestions
1. Classic Pastrami Sandwich
Ingredients:
- Fresh rye bread
- Sliced pastrami
- Swiss cheese
- Sauerkraut
- Russian dressing
Instructions:
- Toast the rye bread until golden brown.
- Layer the pastrami slices generously on one slice of bread.
- Add Swiss cheese and sauerkraut on top of the pastrami.
- Spread Russian dressing on the other slice of bread.
- Close the sandwich, slice it in half, and enjoy!
2. Pastrami Reuben
Ingredients:
- Rye bread
- Sliced pastrami
- Swiss cheese
- Sauerkraut
- Thousand Island dressing
Instructions:
- Butter one side of each slice of rye bread.
- Layer pastrami, Swiss cheese, and sauerkraut between the unbuttered sides of the bread.
- Grill the sandwich in a pan over medium heat until the bread is crispy and the cheese is melted.
- Serve hot with a side of pickles.
3. Pastrami Breakfast Hash
Ingredients:
- Diced potatoes
- Sliced pastrami
- Chopped onions
- Chopped bell peppers
- Eggs
- Salt and pepper
Instructions:
- In a large skillet, cook diced potatoes until they start to brown.
- Add chopped onions and bell peppers, cooking until they soften.
- Stir in sliced pastrami and cook until heated through.
- In a separate pan, fry eggs to your liking.
- Serve the hash topped with a fried egg.
4. Pastrami and Cheese Quesadilla
Ingredients:
- Flour tortillas
- Sliced pastrami
- Shredded cheddar cheese
- Chopped green onions
- Sour cream (optional)
Instructions:
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat.
- Place one tortilla in the skillet and layer with pastrami, cheddar cheese, and green onions.
- Top with another tortilla and cook until the bottom is golden brown, then flip and cook the other side.
- Cut into wedges and serve with sour cream on the side.
5. Pastrami Salad
Ingredients:
- Mixed greens
- Sliced pastrami
- Cherry tomatoes
- Cucumber slices
- Red onion slices
- Croutons
- Your favorite salad dressing
Instructions:
- Toss mixed greens with cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, and red onion slices.
- Top with sliced pastrami and croutons.
- Drizzle with your favorite salad dressing and serve.
6. Pastrami Pizza
Ingredients:
- Pizza dough
- Tomato sauce
- Sliced pastrami
- Shredded mozzarella cheese
- Caramelized onions
- Fresh arugula
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven according to the pizza dough instructions.
- Roll out the pizza dough and spread a thin layer of tomato sauce over it.
- Evenly distribute the pastrami slices, shredded mozzarella, and caramelized onions.
- Bake until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
- Top with fresh arugula before serving.
7. Pastrami Stuffed Peppers
Ingredients:
- Bell peppers
- Cooked rice
- Sliced pastrami
- Shredded cheddar cheese
- Chopped tomatoes
- Chopped onions
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds.
- In a bowl, mix cooked rice, sliced pastrami, chopped tomatoes, and onions.
- Stuff the bell peppers with the mixture and top with shredded cheddar cheese.
- Place the stuffed peppers in a baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the peppers are tender and the cheese is melted.
Feel free to customize these recipes with your favorite ingredients and enjoy the delightful flavors of pastrami in various ways!