Smoked Pastrami
This homemade smoked pastrami is tender, flavorful, and perfect for sandwiches or as a main course.
Ingredients - Serves 8
- Liquid smoke - 2 tablespoons
- Kosher salt - 2 tablespoons
- Brown sugar - 2 tablespoons
- Paprika - 2 tablespoons
- Garlic powder - 2 tablespoons
- Coriander seeds - 2 tablespoons, crushed
- Black peppercorns - 2 tablespoons, crushed
- Pastrami rub - 1/2 cup
- Beef brisket - 5 pounds
Let's Get Started
- Trim any excess fat from the beef brisket.
- In a small bowl, combine the pastrami rub, crushed black peppercorns, crushed coriander seeds, garlic powder, paprika, brown sugar, and kosher salt.
- Rub the pastrami rub mixture all over the brisket, covering it completely.
- Place the brisket in a large resealable plastic bag and refrigerate for at least 24 hours, or up to 48 hours.
- Preheat your smoker to 225°F.
- Remove the brisket from the plastic bag and let it come to room temperature.
- Place the brisket in the smoker and smoke for 6-8 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 195°F.
- Remove the brisket from the smoker and let it rest for 30 minutes.
- Slice the pastrami against the grain and serve.
- Enjoy your homemade smoked pastrami!
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Main Course
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 480 minutes
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 15g
- Carbs: 5g
- Protein: 45g
- Sodium: 1500mg
- Sugar: 1g