Pastrami is a type of meat that is commonly made from beef although it can also be made from other meats like lamb turkey or even chicken. The word “pastrami” comes from the Romanian word “pastrama” which means “to preserve or salt”.
Pastrami is made by curing the meat (usually beef) in a mixture of salt spices and sometimes sugar. The meat is then smoked and cooked which gives it its characteristic flavor.
The most common cut of beef used for pastrami is the brisket which is the chest muscle of the cow. The brisket is a tough cut of meat so it needs to be cooked slowly in order to tenderize it. This is why pastrami is usually made from beef that has been smoked or cooked for a long time.
Other cuts of beef that can be used for pastrami include the round which is the back leg of the cow and the chuck which is the shoulder area.
What part of the cow is pastrami typically cut from?
The navel
What is pastrami typically seasoned with?
garlic coriander pepper and other spices
How is pastrami usually eaten?
On rye bread with mustard
Where did pastrami originate?
Romania
Why was pastrami created?
As a way to preserve meat
How is pastrami typically prepared?
It is smoked and then steamed
What is the difference between corned beef and pastrami?
Corned beef is cured in a salt brine while pastrami is cured and then smoked
Is pastrami always made from beef?
No it can also be made from pork turkey and lamb
What is the calorie content of pastrami?
170 calories per ounce
What is the fat content of pastrami?
6 grams of fat per ounce
What is the protein content of pastrami?
11 grams of protein per ounce
What is the sodium content of pastrami?
620 milligrams of sodium per ounce
What is the cholesterol content of pastrami?
35 milligrams of cholesterol per ounce
What is the sugar content of pastrami?
0 grams of sugar per ounce
What is the carb content of pastrami?
0 grams of carbs per ounce
