Homemade Turkey Pastrami
Transform your sandwich game with this tantalizing Homemade Turkey Pastrami recipe! Featuring tender turkey breast enveloped in a robust spice rub of kosher salt, brown sugar, and aromatic seasonings like coriander, paprika, and mustard seeds, this recipe delivers bold deli-style flavor straight from your kitchen. After a marinating process that deepens the savory profile, the turkey is slow-roasted to juicy perfection, making it ideal for slicing thinly and enjoying warm or cold. Whether layered into a hearty sandwich or served alongside your favorite sides, this DIY turkey pastrami is a healthier, homemade alternative to store-bought options. Perfect for meal prep or impressing guests, it’s a flavorful, protein-packed treat that will elevate any meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Turkey breast
- 2 tablespoons Kosher salt
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Paprika
- 2 teaspoons Coriander seeds
- 2 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Mustard seeds
- 1 batch Whole turkey pastrami rub spice blend*
Instructions
In a small bowl, mix together kosher salt, brown sugar, black pepper, paprika, coriander seeds, garlic powder, onion powder, and mustard seeds to create the pastrami rub.
Pat the turkey breast dry with paper towels. Rub the spice mixture all over the turkey breast, ensuring an even coating everywhere.
Place the rubbed turkey breast on a large piece of plastic wrap. Wrap tightly and refrigerate for at least 24 to 48 hours to allow the flavors to infuse.
Preheat your oven to 275°F (135°C).
Unwrap the turkey breast and place it on a wire rack set inside a baking sheet.
Roast the turkey breast in the preheated oven for approximately 2 hours or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Remove the turkey breast from the oven and let it rest for about 15 to 20 minutes before slicing.
Once rested, slice the turkey pastrami thinly against the grain and serve it warm or cold, as desired.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
281 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 4.7 g | 6% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.9 g | 5% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 115 mg | 38% | |
| Sodium | 2899 mg | 126% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.1 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.3 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.5 g | ||
| Protein | 46.1 g | 92% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 121 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 4.9 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 774 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.
