Jul 13 2026

Hot Pastrami Recipe

Time30m
Serves2

Make Hot Pastrami Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Meat

Bread

Condiments

Cheese (optional)

Butter

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Slice Pastrami

    Use a sharp knife to cut the pastrami into thin, even slices, ensuring they will heat evenly.

  2. 2

    Prepare Ingredients

    Lay out the rye bread slices and have the mustard, pickles, cheese, and butter ready for assembly.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Heat Skillet

    Allow the skillet to warm up for a few minutes before adding any ingredients.

  2. 4

    Butter Bread

    Spread the unsalted butter evenly on one side of each slice of rye bread.

  3. 5

    Toast Bread

    Ensure they are placed flat in the skillet and do not overlap.

  4. 6

    Add Pastrami

    Spread the pastrami evenly over the bread, then add Swiss cheese slices on top if desired.

  5. 7

    Assemble Sandwich

    Make sure the mustard side is facing the pastrami and cheese.

  6. 8

    Flip Sandwich

    Use a spatula to gently lift the sandwich and flip it over to toast the other side.

  7. 9

    Finish Cooking

    Keep an eye on the sandwich to avoid burning, adjusting the heat as necessary.

  8. 10

    Cool and Slice

    Cut the sandwich in half diagonally and serve with pickles on the side.

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