Toasted marble rye bread piled high with flavorful pastrami, tangy Russian dressing, mild Swiss cheese, and pungent sauerkraut comes together for the most delicious Pastrami Reuben Sandwich ever! This mouthwatering meal is so easy to make and better than your favorite deli sandwich!
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The best sandwich starts with the best ingredients. And this mouthwatering Pastrami Reuben Sandwich comes together with just a few elements for tender, tangy, irresistible goodness in every bite!
Marble rye piled high with flavorful homemade pastrami and sauerkraut with tangy Russian dressing gives you the perfect balance of flavor. Toast it all under the broiler with some melty Swiss cheese for the most delicious sandwich you’ll ever sink your teeth into.
What is a Reuben Sandwich?
A classic Reuben is made with corned beef, sauerkraut, and a tangy dressing. I like to make this Reuben Sandwich recipe with pastrami to switch it up a little bit. Tender pastrami is just so hard to resist! If you want to try another Reuben variation and have both meats available, you could also try a this copycat Firehouse NY Steamer sandwich that features both pastrami and corned beef.
What you’ll love about This Pastrami Reuben Sandwich
- It’s so quick and easy to make!
- Layer on as much pastrami, Russian dressing, and sauerkraut as you like.
- Pair it with any of your favorite sides for a delicious and filling meal!
Ingredients
- Homemade pastrami — This recipe is so good, I can never eat store- or deli-bought ever again. Can’t make your own? Deli pastrami will work in a pinch.
- Sauerkraut — Drained
- Marbled rye bread
- Russian dressing — This easy homemade version is creamy and tangy with a spicy kick
- Swiss cheese — This is the classic cheese used for a Reuben, but you could always substitute provolone or another mild cheese if you prefer
How To Make The Best Pastrami Reuben Sandwich
- Spread a generous helping of Russian dressing on the underside of the top slice of bread.
- Layer pastrami on the bottom slice of bread, then cheese and sauerkraut on the top slice of bread.
- Place the sandwich open-faced under the broiler to warm through.
- Close the sandwich and dig in!
How To Make A Pastrami Reuben on the Blackstone Griddle
- Butter the outsides of both bread slices.
- Spread Russian dressing on the underside of the top slice of bread.
- Layer pastrami on one slice of bread, then sauerkraut and cheese on the other side.
- Toast the sandwich open-faced until the cheese melts and meat is warmed.
- Close the sandwich and enjoy!
Chef Jenn’s Tips
- A good reuben sandwich should have nice melty cheese and should be warmed through. You can always warm the pastrami in a skillet first, before adding it to the sandwich to help.
- The tangy sauerkraut adds so much to this humble sandwich, but squeeze it dry or it’ll sog your sammy.
- If you don’t have Russian dressing, you can add a dash of hot sauce or a sprinkle of cayenne to some Thousand Island dressing.
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What is Marble Rye
This gorgeous loaf is made by rolling together light rye dough and dark rye dough to give us that signature swirl. There are notes of cocoa and coffee in the dark rye that balance nicely with the tangy light rye. A good loaf should be tender, slightly chewy, and delightfully flavorful.
Step By Step Process
Pastrami Reuben Sandwich
Ingredients
- 2 slices marble rye bread
- 2 tablespoons Russian dressing
- 1/4 cup sauerkraut drained
- 2 slices swiss cheese
- 4 ounces sliced pastrami
Instructions
- Spread a generous helping of Russian dressing on the underside of the top slice of bread.
- Layer pastrami on the bottom slice of bread, then cheese and sauerkraut on the top slice of bread.
- Place the sandwich open-faced under the broiler to warm through.
- Close the sandwich and dig in!
Notes
Chef Jenn’s Tips
- A good reuben sandwich should have nice melty cheese and should be warmed through. You can always warm the pastrami in a skillet first, before adding it to the sandwich to help.
- The tangy sauerkraut adds so much to this humble sandwich, but squeeze it dry or it’ll sog your sammy.
- If you don’t have Russian dressing, you can add a dash of hot sauce or a sprinkle of cayenne to some Thousand Island dressing.
Nutrition
A Note on Nutritional Information
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