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Pastrami on Rye with Mustard

Elina James
Bold, smoky, and packed with deli-style flavor, this Pastrami on Rye with Mustard is a true classic sandwich you’ll crave again and again. Tender, perfectly seasoned pastrami is layered high on fresh rye bread and topped with a tangy spread of mustard for that signature bite.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Lunch
Cuisine American – Jewish Deli
Servings 2 servings
Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • ½ lb (225 g) sliced pastrami (deli-style, preferably steamed or warmed)
  • 4 slices fresh rye bread (seeded or seedless)
  • 2–3 tbsp spicy brown mustard (or yellow mustard, to preference)
  • Optional: 2–3 dill pickles (for serving on the side)

Instructions
 

  • Warm pastrami in a skillet or steamer (optional).
  • Spread mustard on rye bread slices.
  • Pile pastrami generously onto bread.
  • Assemble sandwich, slice in half, and serve with pickles.
Keyword Pastrami on Rye with Mustard