Beef Pastrami Recipe

Name: Beef Pastrami
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons black peppercorns; 1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons dried thyme; 6 bay leaves, crumbled; 2 teaspoons whole cloves; 1/4 cup minced garlic; 2 teaspoons whole juniper berries, plus 1/3 cup crushed juniper berries; 16 cups (or 4 quarts) water; 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar; 3/4 cup kosher salt; 1 (4 to 5 pound) beef brisket; 2/3 cup coarsely ground black pepper

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons black peppercorns
1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons dried thyme
6 bay leaves, crumbled
2 teaspoons whole cloves
1/4 cup minced garlic
2 teaspoons whole juniper berries, plus 1/3 cup crushed juniper berries
16 cups (or 4 quarts) water
3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
3/4 cup kosher salt
1 (4 to 5 pound) beef brisket
2/3 cup coarsely ground black pepper

1
In a small mixing bowl, combine the peppercorns, thyme, bay leaves, cloves, garlic, and whole juniper berries.
2
In a saucepan, over medium heat, combine the water, brown sugar and salt.
3
Bring to a boil and stir to dissolve the sugar and salt.
4
Remove from the heat and add dry spice mixture and steep for 1 hour.
5
Place the brisket in a glass or plastic container.
6
Pour the seasoned brine to cover the brisket completely.
7
Cover and refrigerate for 3 weeks, turning the brisket every couple of days.
8
Preheat the smoker according to the manufacturer's directions.
9
Remove the brisket from the marinade, and pat dry.
10
Discard the marinade.
11
Combine the remaining 1/3 cup crushed juniper berries and ground black pepper in a small bowl.
12
Using the palm and heel of your hand, press 2/3 of the berry and pepper mixture into the brisket.
13
Press the remaining mixture into the other side.
14
Place the brisket in the smoker and smoke for about 4 hours.
15
Remove from the smoker and cool for 30 minutes.
16
Remove from the pan and cool completely.
17
Slice into thin slices and serve.

260

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons black peppercorns, 1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons dried thyme, 6 bay leaves, crumbled, 2 teaspoons whole cloves, and more.

Yes, Beef Pastrami falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Beef Pastrami

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