Description
This Pastrami on Rye Sandwich is a deli-style classic, featuring smoky, thinly sliced pastrami, melted Swiss cheese, tangy mustard, and crisp pickles between slices of hearty rye bread. Perfect for a quick lunch or a satisfying dinner, this sandwich is packed with bold flavors and can be made in just minutes!
Ingredients
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For the Sandwich:
- 2 slices of rye bread
- 4 oz pastrami, thinly sliced
- 2 slices Swiss cheese
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
- ¼ cup dill pickles, sliced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
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Assemble the Sandwich:
- Spread mustard on one slice of rye bread and mayonnaise on the other.
- Layer the thinly sliced pastrami evenly over the mustard-covered slice.
- Place Swiss cheese on top of the pastrami.
- Add dill pickles for a tangy crunch.
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Grill the Sandwich:
- Preheat a skillet over medium heat.
- Place the assembled sandwich in the skillet.
- Grill for 3–4 minutes per side, or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
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Serve & Enjoy:
- Remove the sandwich from the skillet and let it cool for a minute.
- Slice in half and serve with extra pickles on the side.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, toast the rye bread before assembling the sandwich.
- Want more flavor? Swap yellow mustard for spicy brown mustard or add sauerkraut.
- Make it extra melty by covering the skillet with a lid while grilling.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Sandwiches
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American, Deli
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
Keywords: Pastrami on rye, deli sandwich, classic pastrami sandwich, New York sandwich, easy sandwich recipes