Big Daddy's Homemade Pastrami Recipe

Name: Big Daddy's Homemade Pastrami
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup black peppercorns; 1/4 cup coriander seeds; 1 gallon cold water; 1 cup kosher salt; 1 tablespoon liquid smoke; 5 cloves garlic, smashed; 1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar; 3 tablespoons pickling spice; 2 bay leaves; 1 (5-pound) beef brisket, trimmed

Servings: persons

1/4 cup black peppercorns
1/4 cup coriander seeds
1 gallon cold water
1 cup kosher salt
1 tablespoon liquid smoke
5 cloves garlic, smashed
1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar
3 tablespoons pickling spice
2 bay leaves
1 (5-pound) beef brisket, trimmed

1
In a coffee grinder, add the peppercorns and coriander and grind until coarsely chopped.
2
Set aside.
3
In a large stock pot add all the brine ingredients and bring to a boil over high heat.
4
Remove from the heat and let cool.
5
Add the brisket to the brine and refrigerate overnight.
6
Remove the brisket from the brine and pat dry.
7
Cover liberally with the spice mixture.
8
Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F.
9
On a sheet pan with a rack, arrange the brisket on the rack and roast until fork tender, about 4 hours.
10
Remove to a cutting board and slice.
11
Transfer to a serving platter and serve.
12
Cook's Note: To make a Big Daddy Pastrami Sandwich, layer pastrami, sauteed onions and Big Daddy's Thousand Island dressing on rye bread.

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup black peppercorns, 1/4 cup coriander seeds, 1 gallon cold water, 1 cup kosher salt, and more.

Yes, Big Daddy's Homemade 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.

Big Daddy's Homemade Pastrami

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