Whole Kosher Pastrami Kit for 8-10
Ships Nationwide in U.S.
Not eligible for shipping to CanadaIf you ever wanted to be a real-deal Jewish deli counterman, now’s your chance! This kit includes a whole, unsliced pastrami – the same smoky, salty pastrami that’s been served at the restaurant for more than 50 years – ready to be heated, sliced, and piled high on rye bread with mustard or Russian dressing. And, of course, pickles are included on the side!
One of America’s most renowned and beloved Jewish delis, the 2nd Ave Deli has been a New York icon since its founding by Abe Lebewohl as a tiny 10-seat East Village lunch counter in 1954. A much-loved New York personality, Abe got his start as a Coney Island soda jerk. He spent years learning the ropes before opening his deli, and thanks to his hard work it grew to become a New York institution, attracting locals, tourists, celebrities, and everyone in-between for what many believe to be the city’s best pastrami & corned beef sandwiches, matzoh ball soup, and more deli classics. Today the Certified Kosher deli is run by Abe’s nephews Josh and Jeremy, who are keeping Abe’s dream – and his beloved recipes – alive.
All of 2nd Ave Deli’s foods have been Certified Kosher by the International Kosher Council, and are produced and prepared under strict IKC supervision.
This package serves 8-10 people and includes
- Whole Pastrami (approx. 4-4.5 lbs.)
- Sour + Half Sour Pickles (1 qt.)
- Rye Bread (1 loaf, 24-28 slices)
- Russian Dressing (8 oz.)
- 1 bottle Mustard (10 oz.)
- Kit ships with ice packs, may thaw in transit.
- If enjoying within 2-3 days, store everything in the refrigerator. Rye bread can alternatively be stored at room temperature.
- If storing for a later use:
- Store Russian dressing in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
- Store pastrami and rye bread in the freezer for up to 1 month.
- Store pickles in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
- Store mustard in the refrigerator for up to 3 months.
To Serve
- Whole Pastrami can be served warm or cold. For best results, heat for 2-4 hours in a vegetable steamer or double boiler on the stovetop. Slice against the grain. The meat can also be sliced and grilled, pan-fried, or (even god-forbid) microwaved.
- Toast bread if desired.
- Enjoy!
- Pastrami – Kosher Beef, Pastrami Spice, Salt, Sugar, Garlic.
- Pickles – Fresh Cucumbers, Water, Salt, Potassium Sorbate, Fresh Garlic, Spices.
- Mustard – Distilled Vinegar, Water, #1 Grade Yellow Seed, #1 Grade Brown Seed, Mustard Seed, Salt, Turmeric, Spice.
- Rye Bread – Enriched Wheat Flour, Rye Flour, Ground Caraway Seed, Sugar, Acetic Acid, Lactic Acid, Ground Dill Seed, Water, Yeast, Corn Meal. Contains: Soy, Wheat.
- Russian Dressing – Ketchup, Mayonnaise, Sweet Relish.
NYC’s Most Iconic Kosher Deli Since 1954
NYC’s Most Iconic Kosher Deli Since 1954
One of America’s most renowned and beloved Jewish delis and a James Beard American Classic, the 2nd Ave Deli has been a New York icon since its founding by Abe Lebewohl as a tiny 10-seat East Village lunch counter in 1954. A much-loved New York personality, Abe got his start as a Coney Island soda jerk. He spent years learning the ropes before opening his deli, and thanks to his hard work it grew to become a New York institution, attracting locals, tourists, celebrities, and everyone in-between for what many believed to be the city’s best Certified Kosher pastrami & corned beef sandwiches, matzo ball soup, and more deli classics.
Sadly, Abe was murdered during a robbery attempt in 1996, and all of New York mourned his passing. Abe’s widow Eleanor, daughter Sharon, and brother Jack kept the deli open until January 2006, when it closed its doors due to a dispute with its landlord. Thankfully, his nephews Josh and Jeremy stepped in and reopened the deli nearby. They’ve kept Abe’s dream – and his beloved recipes – alive, and the 2nd Ave Deli remains a quintessential New York experience to this day.
