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New York Deli Pastrami Sandwich β€” traditional dish from New York City, United States
Main course Meat

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Nutritional Values

πŸ”₯700kcal
πŸ’ͺ45gProtein
🌾40gCarbs
πŸ₯‘38gFat
🌿5gFibre
βš–οΈ300 gServing

* Per serving · 300 g. May vary.

Allergens

🌾 Gluten

New York Deli Pastrami Sandwich

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Say it Pastrami Sandwich β€” [Pastrah-mee Sand-wich]
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A sandwich with seasoned beef pastrami and rye bread, popularized in New York delis.

Why try it?

The Pastrami Sandwich embodies New York's deli culture, with Judaism and American culinary traditions blending into an iconic, must-try New York experience, showcasing its rich immigrant history.

How it tastes

Juicy, flavorful, and aromatically spiced, the pastrami combines well with the tangy mustard and the slightly sour notes of rye bread. Each bite delivers succulence and a harmony of spices.

Origin & History β€” first documented: 1888

Pastrami was introduced in the late 19th century by Romanian Jews settling in New York, becoming hugely popular in the city's Jewish delis. It’s a lasting symbol of New York's melting pot of cultures.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🌾 4 slices rye bread
  • πŸ₯© 300 g pastrami
  • πŸ₯£ 30 g mustard
  • πŸ₯• 50 g sauerkraut
  • πŸ₯• 30 g pickle

Method

  1. 1 Warm pastrami slices in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. 2 Spread mustard on rye bread slices.
  3. 3 Layer warm pastrami and sauerkraut between bread slices.
  4. 4 Serve with pickle on the side.

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