Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsLa CarretaCapastrami Recipe

Capastrami Recipe

Inspired by La Carreta
Time30m
Serves2

Try our Capastrami Sandwich—loaded with hot pastrami, melty Swiss cheese, crunchy coleslaw, and zesty Russian dressing.

Was this page helpful?

Help improve this recipe for others.

Send this recipe to your inbox.

We'll email it straight to you - plus weekly cooking inspiration.

Ingredients

Some product links may be affiliates. If you buy through them, you're supporting the site and Pekin may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

Bread

Meat

Cheese

Coleslaw

Dressing

Butter

Method

Preparation of Coleslaw

  1. 1

    Prepare the Coleslaw

    In a mixing bowl, combine the coleslaw mix with the coleslaw dressing. Toss well until the mixture is evenly coated. Set aside.

Sandwich Assembly

  1. 2

    Assemble the Sandwich

    Lay out two slices of rye bread on a clean surface. On each slice, layer 4 oz of hot pastrami followed by 2 slices of Swiss cheese. Then, add a generous scoop of the prepared coleslaw on top.

  2. 3

    Add the Dressing

    Drizzle 1 tablespoon of Russian dressing over the coleslaw on each sandwich.

  3. 4

    Top the Sandwich

    Place the remaining slices of rye bread on top of each sandwich.

Cooking

  1. 5

    Grill the Sandwich

    Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the unsalted butter. Once melted, place the sandwiches in the skillet. Grill for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted.

Serving

  1. 6

    Serve

    Remove the sandwiches from the skillet and let them cool for a minute. Cut each sandwich in half and serve with extra Russian dressing on the side if desired.

More from La Carreta