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Pastrami Sandwich

Savory Pastrami Sandwich: Elevate Your Homemade Deli Game

Discover the joy of crafting a Pastrami Sandwich packed with smoky flavor and layers of deliciousness.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2 sandwiches
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sandwich
  • 8 oz Pastrami thinly sliced
  • 4 slices Rye Bread or gluten-free bread
  • 1 cup Sauerkraut drained and patted dry
  • 4 oz Swiss Cheese or your favorite cheese
For the Grilling
  • 2 tbsp Unsalted Butter softened
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Thousand Island Dressing or spicy brown mustard

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Fine Mesh Strainer

Method
 

Directions
  1. Prepare the Sauerkraut: Drain the sauerkraut to remove excess liquid using a fine mesh strainer or paper towels.
  2. Assemble Sandwiches: Spread softened butter on one side of each slice of rye bread. On the other side, slather Thousand Island dressing, layer Swiss cheese, pastrami, and sauerkraut, and cap with remaining slices.
  3. Grill Sandwiches: Heat a skillet over medium heat, place sandwiches on it and grill for 3-4 minutes until golden brown and cheese melts.
  4. Serve Immediately: Remove from skillet, slice sandwiches in half and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 1200mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Optional: Add a pickle on the side for extra zing. Slice cold pastrami for easier cutting.

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