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pastrami sandwich with coleslaw and chips

Griddled Pastrami Sandwich

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  • Author: Teri Turner
  • Prep Time: 2 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 minutes
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 2 sandwiches
  • Category: Sandwich
  • Method: Stovetop

Description

This pastrami sandwich is one of my all time favorites! We had so much fun making it, and it’s perfect for lunch or dinner with the whole family.


Ingredients

4 slices rye or gluten-free bread

2 teaspoons yellow mustard

8 slices Swiss cheese

Marinated Red Onions, optional

8 dill pickle slices

½ cup coleslaw, or more (recipe to follow)

12 ounces pastrami, sliced

2 tablespoons butter

2 tablespoons light olive oil


Instructions

Place 2 slices of bread on a cutting board and spread one teaspoon of mustard on one of the slices.  On the slice with the mustard, place two slices of cheese and top with marinated onions and pickles.

On the remaining slice, place two slices of cheese and top with 1/4 cup of coleslaw and 6 ounces of pastrami. Close the sandwich and set aside. Repeat to make a second sandwich.

In a large pan over medium heat, melt the butter and olive oil. When the butter has melted, place the sandwiches in the pan and turn the heat down to medium low; cook until the bread is crispy and golden, for 3 to 4 minutes.

Flip the sandwiches and allow the second side to brown and crisp, an additional 2 to 3 minutes. Then cover the pan with a lid for an additional minute, or until the cheese is melted, if necessary.

Cook’s Note: If you’re using homemade pastrami that has been refrigerated, take the chill off before making the sandwich by putting it in an oven-safe dish with a little bit of water. Cover the dish tightly with foil and warm it in a 350°F oven for bout 15 minutes.


Notes

 

To make the coleslaw you’ll need: 

3 cups thinly sliced white cabbage

1/2 cup matchstick carrots

1/4 cup mayonnaise

1/2 tablespoon red wine vinegar

Pink Kosher salt

 

In a large bowl, add all of the ingredients and mix together until well combined. Use immediately or store in the refrigerator until ready to serve.