Capastrami Recipe
Try our Capastrami Sandwich—loaded with hot pastrami, melty Swiss cheese, crunchy coleslaw, and zesty Russian dressing. A Cap's classic delight!
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Ingredients
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Sandwich Components
Coleslaw
Russian Dressing
Method
Coleslaw Preparation
- 1
Make the Coleslaw
In a large bowl, combine shredded green cabbage and grated carrot.
- 2
In a separate small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
- 3
Pour the dressing over the cabbage and carrot mixture, and toss until well combined. Set aside.
Russian Dressing Preparation
- 4
Prepare the Russian Dressing
In a medium bowl, mix together mayonnaise, ketchup, horseradish, Worcestershire sauce, paprika, and salt to taste.
- 5
Stir until all ingredients are well combined. Adjust seasoning if necessary. Set aside.
Sandwich Assembly
- 6
Assemble the Sandwich
In a skillet over medium heat, warm the pastrami until heated through.
- 7
While the pastrami is heating, toast the rye bread slices in a toaster or on a skillet until golden brown.
- 8
On one slice of rye bread, layer the warm pastrami, followed by the Swiss cheese.
- 9
Top with a generous amount of coleslaw and a drizzle of Russian dressing.
- 10
Cap with the second slice of rye bread.
- 11
