NO-SMOKER PASTRAMI

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The lure of this pastrami recipe from La BoƮte, a spice emporium in Hell's Kitchen, is that it is a project that does not require a smoker. The essential ingredients are smoked salt and Prague powder (the curing salt sodium nitrite). Both are sold online. It will take nearly a week to make, but the meat is mostly unattended. You could start it on Monday and have it ready for Sunday dinner. The pastrami - reheated and served with warm sauerkraut, or sliced on rye with mustard and sauerkraut - makes for superb cold-weather feasting. Keep it in mind as you plan for the Super Bowl or other occasions for feeding a crowd.

Provided by Florence Fabricant

Categories     meat, project, main course

Time P5DT14h

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 4 to 5-pound piece of brisket, flat or point cut
4 1/2 tablespoons smoked salt
2/3 cup kosher salt
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup light brown sugar
4 teaspoons Prague powder No. 1 (curing salt)
2 bay leaves
6 cloves garlic, smashed
3 whole cloves
1 tablespoon crushed black peppercorns
1 teaspoon crushed allspice
5 tablespoons crushed coriander seeds
3 tablespoons black mustard seeds
1/2 cup coarsely ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Place brisket in a gallon-size zipper freezer bag and set aside in a bowl or a large plastic container. Combine 3 tablespoons smoked salt, kosher salt, the sugars, Prague powder, bay leaves, garlic, cloves, crushed pepper, allspice and 1 tablespoon crushed coriander seeds in a large bowl. Add 2 cups boiling water. Let stand 15 minutes, stirring from time to time. Add 4 cups ice water to mixture, stir and pour into the bag with the meat. Add as much additional cold water as needed to fill the bag. Seal the bag, removing as much air as possible, and place in the refrigerator still in its bowl or container. Keep refrigerated for 5 days.
  • Remove meat from brine, rinse and pat dry with paper towels. Set meat on a rimmed baking sheet that has been lined with parchment paper. Toast remaining coriander seeds and the mustard seeds in a dry skillet. Mix with the remaining smoked salt and crush all together. Add the coarse pepper. Press this spice mixture into the surface of the meat all over.
  • Heat oven to 200 degrees. Place a rack in a rimmed baking sheet and cover rack with a piece of heavy-duty foil large enough to enclose meat. Punch some holes in the bottom of the foil for draining. Place meat on foil, wrap tightly and place pan in oven for 12 hours. Remove from the oven and let cool before refrigerating. At this point, pastrami will keep 10 to 12 days in the refrigerator.
  • To serve, place all or a portion of the meat, wrapped in foil, in a steamer basket over simmering water in a large pot. Steam until warm, 30 minutes. Slice thin and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 555, UnsaturatedFat 19 grams, Carbohydrate 20 grams, Fat 39 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 32 grams, SaturatedFat 15 grams, Sodium 454 milligrams, Sugar 14 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Christiana White
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This is the best pastrami recipe I've ever tried. It's a keeper!


Darragh McKeon
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I love that this recipe doesn't require a smoker. It's a great way to make pastrami at home.


Wali Bakht
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This pastrami is so delicious and versatile. You can use it in sandwiches, salads, or just eat it on its own.


shereena nicholas
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I've never made pastrami before, but this recipe made it easy. It turned out perfect!


Faith Faith
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's the perfect way to use up leftover brisket.


Samad Dada
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This recipe is a bit complicated, but it's easy to follow. Just be sure to read the instructions carefully before you start cooking.


Syed Kashif Shah
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I made this pastrami for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it and I got so many compliments.


Alonzo Mosesjr
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This pastrami is a bit expensive to make, but it's definitely worth it. It's a special occasion dish that everyone will love.


Md Abdul Hoque
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I'm not a huge fan of pastrami, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so delicious and I can't wait to make it again.


Venus_ Studios
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This is the best pastrami I've ever had. It's so tender and flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe.


PWR Kayden
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I've made this pastrami several times now and it's always a hit. My friends and family love it.


Shabohurira Ritah
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I used a different spice rub than the one in the recipe and it turned out great. I think you can really customize this recipe to your own taste.


Pasco Kitibwa
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's totally worth it. The pastrami is so flavorful and juicy.


Herbert Gonzales
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I followed the recipe exactly and my pastrami came out dry. I'm not sure what went wrong.


Raheeqa Shah89
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This pastrami turned out amazing! The flavor was incredible and the texture was perfect. I'll definitely be making this again.