Whitney Mckee
@mckeewanderlustwhi
Homemade Pastrami Delight
This homemade pastrami recipe transforms a simple corned beef brisket into a flavorful, smoky delicacy. With a blend of spices and a slow-cooking method, you'll enjoy tender slices of pastrami perfect for sandwiches or on their own.
Details
- Cuisine:american
- Difficulty:hard
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Occasion:bbq
- Ingredients:9
- Views:5
Recipe Information
- Prep time45 min.
- Cook time6 min.
- Total time51 min.
- Servings10
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup
- 2 cloves
- 1/4 cup
- 2 tablespoons
- 2 teaspoons
- 1 teaspoon
- 1/2 teaspoon
- 1/4 teaspoon
- 4 pounds
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Homemade Pastrami Delight.
Step 1
Begin by combining vegetable oil and crushed garlic in a small bowl, allowing it to sit for an hour to fully infuse the flavors.
Step 2
In a separate large bowl, blend together black pepper, smoked paprika, ground coriander, dry mustard, ground white pepper, and cayenne pepper, setting this aromatic spice mix aside for later.
Step 3
Preheat your oven to a low 225°F (110°C) to create the perfect environment for slow cooking.
Step 4
Line a baking sheet with heavy-duty aluminum foil, lightly coating it with some of the garlic oil.
Step 5
Place the beef brisket on the foil and generously brush the remaining garlic oil over the top.
Step 6
Coat the brisket liberally with the spice mixture, reserving 1 to 2 tablespoons for later use.
Step 7
Wrap the brisket tightly in the foil, ensuring the fat side is facing up, then wrap it again in another sheet of foil with the seam and fat sides down.
Step 8
For extra protection, wrap it a third time in a new sheet of foil, seam side down.
Step 9
Bake the brisket in the preheated oven for a slow and steady 6 hours.
Step 10
Once the time is up, remove the pastrami from the oven and let it cool to room temperature, which should take about 3 hours; keep it wrapped in foil during this cooling period.
Step 11
After it has cooled, place the foil-wrapped pastrami in a freezer bag or plastic bag and refrigerate for 8 to 10 hours to deepen the flavors.
Step 12
When you're ready to finish, preheat your oven's broiler and adjust the rack to about 6 inches from the heat source.
Step 13
Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
Step 14
Unwrap the pastrami from the refrigerator and place it on the prepared baking sheet, sprinkling the top with the reserved pepper mixture.
Step 15
Broil the pastrami for 3 to 4 minutes, watching closely until the surface is beautifully browned.
Step 16
Once done, remove it from the oven and slice the pastrami thinly, aiming for about 1/8-inch thickness.
Step 17
To serve, heat a large skillet over low heat and warm the slices with a few drops of water until the fat becomes translucent, which should take around 5 minutes.
Step 18
Enjoy the rich, smoky flavors of your homemade pastrami, a true labor of love that’s sure to impress.