Homemade Pastrami

Name: Homemade Pastrami
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 8 h
Total time: 8 h 30 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4-5 pounds beef or venison roast (We use several smaller 1-pound roasts); 1 gallon water; 1 cup kosher salt; ¾ cup brown sugar; 3 tablespoons pickling spice; 2 tablespoons pink cure salt (also called Prague #1 powder); 2 tablespoons black peppercorns; 1 tablespoon coriander seeds; 1 tablespoon mustard seed; 1 tablespoon garlic powder; 1 tablespoon smoked paprika

Instructions

Prep:30minCook:8h

Homemade pastrami made with beef or venison, cured, seasoned, and smoked until tender and full of rich flavor. Slice thin and serve for sandwiches, platters, or snacking.

Updated at: Tue, 12 May 2026 02:30:19 GMT