Homemade Pastrami Crockpot
Dive into the smoky, savory allure of this *Homemade Pastrami Crockpot* recipe—a hands-off masterpiece that transforms a humble beef brisket into deli-style perfection with minimal effort! Infused with a bold spice rub featuring smoked paprika, ground coriander, and coarsely ground black pepper, this pastrami is slow-cooked in a crockpot for eight hours, ensuring incredible tenderness and deep, complex flavors. A sprinkle of pickling spices and an overnight marinade lend a signature tangy, spiced aroma, while the crockpot locks in moisture for that melt-in-your-mouth texture. Perfectly sliced thin against the grain, this homemade pastrami is ideal for piling high on sandwiches or serving alongside classic sides. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this easy crockpot recipe brings the deli right to your kitchen!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 pounds Beef brisket
- 1.5 tablespoons Kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Ground coriander
- 1 tablespoon Smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon Coarsely ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 2 tablespoons Pickling spices
- 2 cups Water
Instructions
Trim any excess fat from the beef brisket but leave a thin layer for flavor and moisture during cooking.
In a small bowl, combine the kosher salt, brown sugar, ground coriander, smoked paprika, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder to create a seasoning rub.
Rub the spice mixture generously all over the brisket, ensuring it is evenly coated. Wrap the brisket tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 12 hours or overnight to allow the flavors to penetrate.
Unwrap the brisket and place it in the crockpot. Sprinkle the pickling spices over the brisket.
Pour 2 cups of water into the crockpot, ensuring the brisket is partially submerged but not fully covered.
Set the crockpot to low heat and cook for 8 hours, or until the brisket is tender and easily pulls apart with a fork.
Once cooked, carefully remove the brisket from the crockpot and let it rest on a cutting board for 10-15 minutes before slicing.
Slice the pastrami thinly against the grain for the best texture. Serve warm in sandwiches or alongside your favorite sides.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
550 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 27.8 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.7 g | 54% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 213 mg | 71% | |
| Sodium | 1304 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 5.7 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.5 g | ||
| Protein | 67.3 g | 135% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 77 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 7.3 mg | 40% | |
| Potassium | 749 mg | 16% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
