National Hot Pastrami Sandwich Day

Hot Pastrami Sandwich Day is an American celebration dedicated to the delicious pastrami sandwich. It is annually on January 14th. This tasty and satisfying dish is perfect for quickly satisfying your hunger and energizing you.

History

It is not known why Hot Pastrami Sandwich Day is on January 14th. However, this does not matter at all, because on this day you can fully enjoy delicious hot pastrami sandwiches. Additional ingredients may include Swiss cheese (which melts from the heat of the sandwich), Russian dressing, and pickles as a side dish.

Pastrami is made from meat, usually beef, but lamb or turkey options exist. Slices of raw meat are dipped into a salty brine, where they are kept for a certain period. After that, they are taken out and dried. Various spices can be added to give the meat a brighter taste. Then it is smoked and dried. The meat is very tasty and can be stored for a long time. This makes it a great option for long trips where you need to take food with you.

It is believed that the pastrami sandwich was first made by Sussman Volk in 1888. He worked in a cafe in New York, where he surprised visitors with his new dish. A friend from Romania told him the recipe for pastrami, and the chef decided to make a sandwich with this ingredient. Since then, the popularity of the hot sandwich has been unstoppable.

Interesting facts

• Pastrami is a dish from Jewish cuisine in Moldova and Romania.
• Rye bread is most often used for making pastrami sandwiches.
• You can try a classic pastrami sandwich at Carnegie Deli in New York.

How to celebrate

Gather with family or friends and enjoy a hot pastrami sandwich from professional chefs. If you have sufficient culinary skills and a desire to try something new, try to cook this dish yourself.

Share Hot Pastrami Sandwich Day on social media. Share information about where and when you first tried this dish, what you liked or didn’t like, and any cooking secrets if you made it yourself.

When is National Hot Pastrami Sandwich Day in 2025?

National Hot Pastrami Sandwich Day is observed on January 14 each year.

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