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Jewish-Deli Style Pastrami Sliders
All the peppery, smoky glory of a classic deli pastrami in a bite-sized, approachable format.
20 min active
30 min total
4 servings
6 ingredients
beginner
Why This Works
Steaming the pastrami between the bun and the cheese allows the fat to render slightly, softening the crust while the sauerkraut provides the necessary acid to cut the heavy deli meat.
The Upgrade
Sprinkle caraway seeds over the buttered tops before baking to mimic fresh rye bread.
Chef's Secret
Michelin TechniqueDrain the sauerkraut thoroughly so the buns stay crispy instead of becoming soggy during the baking process.
Ingredients
Servings:
Total time including resting: 30 min
Directions
1
Preheat oven to 350°F.
2
Slice the entire package of slider buns in half horizontally, keeping them connected.
3
Layer the pastrami generously onto the bottom half of the buns.
4
Top the meat with the sauerkraut and slices of Swiss cheese.
5
Place the top layer of buns over the cheese and brush with melted butter.
6
Bake for 10-12 minutes until the cheese is melted and the buns are toasted.
7
Serve warm with a side of thousand island dressing for dipping.
Wine Pairing
🍷
Syrah
Red Wine
The BottleE. Guigal Crozes-Hermitage
Syrah's inherent cracked-black-pepper aromatics make it the ultimate partner for cured meats. Its savory, smoky finish seamlessly integrates with the flavor profile of the pastrami.
Make It a Complete Meal
Sides the kitchen recommends alongside this dish.
Side Dish
Coleslaw with Celery Seed
A crisp, vinegary cabbage slaw cuts the intensity of the pastrami sliders.
15 min
4 servings
Ingredients
Directions
1
In a large bowl, whisk together the vinegar, olive oil, mustard, salt, and pepper.
2
Add the shredded cabbage and celery seeds to the dressing.
3
Toss thoroughly to coat every strand evenly.
4
Let sit for 10 minutes to allow the cabbage to soften slightly.
5
Adjust seasoning and serve chilled.
Side Dish
Fried Onion Straws
Store-bought or quick-fried onions add a necessary textural crunch to the soft sliders.
20 min
4 servings
Ingredients
Directions
1
Soak onion slices in buttermilk for 10 minutes.
2
Whisk flour, paprika, and cayenne in a shallow bowl.
3
Heat oil in a heavy-bottomed pot to 375°F.
4
Dredge drained onions in the flour mixture, shaking off excess.
5
Fry in batches until golden brown and crisp, approximately 2 minutes per batch.
6
Drain on paper towels and immediately season with sea salt.
Member Reviews
How did it turn out?
5.0(2 reviews)
Rate this recipe
Femi Ade
Sep 7, 2026The timing on the steps was spot on. Came out perfect on the first try.
Will Harper
Aug 26, 2026Cooked it for guests over the weekend — everyone wanted the recipe.
