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Pastrami Sandwich

Crispy Pastrami Sandwich in Under 20 Minutes for Home Chefs

This Pastrami Sandwich is a quick, customizable meal that combines crispy-edged pastrami, tangy Russian dressing, and melty Swiss cheese in under 20 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2 sandwiches
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 4 slices Rye Bread Can substitute with pumpernickel or sourdough.
  • 2 tablespoons Salted Butter Use softened butter for easy spreading.
For the Filling
  • 8 ounces Deli Pastrami Opt for lean pastrami for a lighter version.
  • 4 slices Deli Swiss Cheese Can substitute with provolone or Gruyère.
  • 2 tablespoons Russian Dressing May swap with Thousand Island dressing if needed.
  • 4 slices Dill Pickles Adjust to taste, can use pickled jalapeños for spice.
  • 1 cup Broccoli Slaw Can substitute with traditional coleslaw.

Equipment

  • non-stick frying pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Pastrami Sandwich
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine your broccoli slaw ingredients, mixing well and letting it chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
  2. Heat a non-stick frying pan over medium-high heat and melt a knob of salted butter. Add deli pastrami and cook for about 1 minute on each side until crispy and browned.
  3. Take two slices of toasted rye bread, spread Russian dressing on each side, layer with crispy pastrami, broccoli slaw, dill pickles, and Swiss cheese.
  4. Butter the outside of the sandwich and grill it over medium-low heat for about 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cheese is melty.
  5. Remove from the pan, let cool for a minute, slice in half, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 20gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 1200mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

To maintain crispiness, store leftover sandwiches in an airtight container and keep slaw separate until ready to eat. Prepare slaw up to 2 days in advance for enhanced flavor.

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