Ingredients with Measurements:
- 8 slices of rye bread
- 1/2 lb pastrami, thinly sliced
- 6 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp pickle relish
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 lettuce leaves
Special equipment needed:
- Mixing bowl
- Fork
- Knife
- Cutting board
- Toaster
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a mixing bowl, combine chopped hard-boiled eggs, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, pickle relish, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
2. Toast the rye bread slices in a toaster until golden brown.
3. Place a lettuce leaf on four slices of the toasted rye bread.
4. Divide the egg salad mixture equally among the four slices of bread.
5. Top each egg salad slice with pastrami slices.
6. Cover each sandwich with the remaining slices of toasted rye bread.
7. Serve and enjoy!
- Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 0 minutes
Temperature:
- No temperature required
Serving size:
- Makes 4 sandwiches
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 480
- Fat: 27g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Protein: 27g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can substitute the rye bread with any bread of your choice.
- You can substitute the pastrami with turkey or ham.
Variations:
- You can add chopped celery or onions to the egg salad mixture for extra crunch.
- You can add sliced tomatoes or avocado to the sandwich for extra flavor.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to chop the hard-boiled eggs finely to ensure a smooth egg salad texture.
- You can make the egg salad mixture ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator until ready to use.
- You can add a slice of cheese to the sandwich for extra flavor.
Storage instructions:
- Store any leftover egg salad mixture in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- This sandwich is best served cold, so no reheating is required.
Presentation ideas:
- Cut the sandwiches in half diagonally for a more appealing presentation.
Garnishes:
- You can garnish the sandwich with a pickle spear or a slice of tomato.
Pairings:
- This sandwich pairs well with a side of potato chips or a cup of soup.
Suggested side dishes:
- Potato chips
- Coleslaw
- Soup
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the egg salad mixture is too dry, add more mayonnaise or Dijon mustard.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to store any leftover egg salad mixture in the refrigerator and consume within 3 days.
Food history:
- The pastrami egg salad sandwich is a classic deli sandwich that originated in New York City.
Flavor profiles:
- The sandwich has a savory and slightly tangy flavor from the egg salad mixture and the pastrami.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve the sandwich with a side of potato chips or coleslaw for a complete meal.
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