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!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:480 mins

Total Time:495 mins

Servings: 6

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

Directions

Step 1

Trim any excess fat from the beef brisket but leave a thin layer for flavor and moisture during cooking.

Step 2

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.

Step 3

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.

Step 4

Unwrap the brisket and place it in the crockpot. Sprinkle the pickling spices over the brisket.

Step 5

Pour 2 cups of water into the crockpot, ensuring the brisket is partially submerged but not fully covered.

Step 6

Set the crockpot to low heat and cook for 8 hours, or until the brisket is tender and easily pulls apart with a fork.

Step 7

Once cooked, carefully remove the brisket from the crockpot and let it rest on a cutting board for 10-15 minutes before slicing.

Step 8

Slice the pastrami thinly against the grain for the best texture. Serve warm in sandwiches or alongside your favorite sides.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1894.3 grams (1894.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3288

Total Fat 166.90g	214%
Saturated Fat 63.10g	316%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.40g
Cholesterol 1279mg	426%
Sodium 7826mg	340%
Total Carbohydrate 32.30g	12%
Dietary Fiber 9.90g	35%
Total Sugars 9.60g
Protein 404.40g	809%

Vitamin D 109IU	545%
Calcium 326mg	25%
Iron 43mg	237%
Potassium 4339mg	92%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 46.2%

Protein: 49.8%

Carbs: 4.0%