Name: Beef Pastrami
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 6 h
Total time: PT3DT6H30M
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 3 lbs beef brisket; 1/2 cup kosher salt; 1/4 cup brown sugar; 2 tbsp black peppercorns; 2 tbsp coriander seeds; 1 tbsp mustard seeds; 1 tbsp paprika; 1 tbsp garlic powder; 1 tsp ground cloves; 1 tsp ground allspice; 1/4 cup water; 2 tbsp vegetable oil

Instructions

In a spice grinder or mortar and pestle, combine the black peppercorns, coriander seeds, mustard seeds, paprika, garlic powder, cloves, and allspice. Grind the spices until they form a coarse mixture.
In a small bowl, mix together the kosher salt and brown sugar. Rub the mixture all over the beef brisket, covering it evenly. Then, coat the brisket with the spice mixture, pressing it into the meat to ensure it sticks.
Place the seasoned brisket in a resealable plastic bag and refrigerate for at least 3 days, flipping the brisket over once a day to distribute the flavors evenly.
Preheat your smoker or oven to 225°F (107°C). If using a smoker, add wood chips for extra flavor.
Remove the brisket from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for about 1 hour. This allows the meat to come to temperature for even cooking.
In a small saucepan, heat the water until it simmers. Remove from heat and stir in the vegetable oil. This will create a basting liquid for the brisket.
Place the brisket in the smoker or oven and cook for about 6-7 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 190°F (88°C). Baste the brisket with the oil-water mixture every hour to keep it moist.
Once cooked, remove the beef pastrami from the smoker or oven and let it rest for 30 minutes before slicing thinly against the grain.
Serve the beef pastrami on rye bread with mustard, pickles, and sauerkraut for a classic deli sandwich, or enjoy it on its own as a flavorful snack.

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