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Nutritional Values
650kcal
45gProtein
45gCarbs
30gFat
5gFibre
350 gServing
* Per serving · 350 g. May vary.
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🌾 Gluten
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Pastrami on Rye
How to order / say it
Say it
Pastrami on Rye — [pa-STRAH-mee on rye]
Order
I'll have the pastrami on rye, please.
Say locally
Rye bread sandwich with layers of hot pastrami and mustard.
Why try it?
Pastrami on Rye is a staple of Los Angeles' Jewish deli culture, a culinary cornerstone that brings communities together. It's a taste of New York's influence on LA, adapted over decades and celebrated for its bold flavors.
How it tastes
The sandwich combines peppery, smoky pastrami with hearty rye bread, perfectly complemented by tangy mustard. Each bite reveals the tenderness of the meat, the robustness of the spices, and the comforting texture of the fresh rye.
Origin & History — first documented: 1920
Brought by Jewish immigrants in the early 20th century, the Pastrami on Rye became a Los Angeles deli favorite, influenced by the New York delis. Over time, its rich flavor profile resonated with Angelinos, securing its iconic status.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🥩 400 g pastrami
- 🌾 4 slices rye bread
- 🥣 30 ml yellow mustard
- 🧂 3 g black pepper
Method
- 1 Heat the pastrami slices until hot.
- 2 Toast the rye bread slices.
- 3 Spread mustard on each slice of bread.
- 4 Layer the hot pastrami between the bread and serve warm.
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