BEEF CHUCK PASTRAMI FRESH
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Kosher Pastrami, Sliced Fresh at the Counter
Pastrami from a plastic prepack is a different product from pastrami sliced fresh at the counter. At the Satmar Meats deli counter on 13th Avenue in Boro Park, pastrami is sliced to order — thick for sandwiches, thin for stacking, cubed for cholent — from beef chuck, shoulder, turkey, and chicken.
Pastrami, Sliced Fresh
BEEF SHOULDER PASTRAMI FRESH
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TURKEY PASTRAMI FRESH
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CHICKEN PASTRAMI FRESH
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BEEF PASTRAMI (LONG)
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CHUCK PASTRAMI SLICES FOR CHULENT
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BEEF PASTRAMI CUBES
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SHOULDER PASTRAMI VACUMED
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The deli counter’s guide to kosher pastrami
What the counter staff tells shoppers every day about buying real pastrami.
What pastrami actually is
Pastrami is beef (or turkey, or chicken) that is brined, crusted with spices, and smoked — a deli craft, not just a cold cut. Good pastrami is juicy with a peppery bark; great pastrami barely needs bread.
Fresh-sliced vs. prepack
Prepack pastrami is sliced weeks earlier and sealed in plastic — the texture suffers and the flavor dulls. Counter-sliced pastrami is cut when you buy it, so it tastes like it just came off the slicer. Once you have had it fresh, the prepack brands taste like a different product.
The cuts: chuck, shoulder, turkey, chicken
Beef chuck pastrami is the classic — rich and beefy. Shoulder is leaner. Turkey pastrami is lighter; chicken pastrami is mildest. Each has its fans; the counter lets you taste the difference across visits.
How to order like a regular
By the pound, sliced thick or thin — say how you will eat it and the slicer does the rest. Thick for a hot sandwich, thin for cold stacking, a full pound for the week’s lunches.
Pastrami for cholent
Pastrami cubes and chunks go straight into the cholent pot, where the smoky, peppery meat flavors the beans and potatoes all night. Ask for cholent-cut pieces.
Storing and reheating
Keep fresh-sliced pastrami refrigerated and eat within 4 to 5 days. To serve hot, warm slices gently in a covered pan with a splash of water — steaming beats microwaving for texture.
Beyond pastrami: the full deli counter
The same counter slices corned beef, roast beef, turkey, salami, and the full cold-cut lineup. Browse the deli department for the complete selection.
Platters and catering
Feeding a crowd? The deli builds platters for simchas and events. See catering or call (718) 438-8444 to plan quantities.
Buying kosher pastrami in Brooklyn: slicing, amounts, and ordering ahead
You can buy kosher pastrami in Brooklyn sliced fresh at the Satmar Meats deli counter at 4402 13th Avenue: beef chuck, beef shoulder, turkey, and chicken pastrami, sliced thick or thin to order, sold by the pound, with pickup, local delivery, and phone ordering at (718) 438-8444.
Sliced your way, while you wait
Counter slicing is the whole difference. Thick slices stack into a hot sandwich that eats like a meal; thin slices pile high for cold sandwiches and wraps; cubes go straight into the cholent pot. Tell the counter how the pastrami will be eaten and it is cut to match, when you order — not weeks earlier into a plastic pack. If you prefer to slice at home, ask about a whole or long piece, or pick up vacuumed shoulder pastrami for the freezer.
How much to bring home
For regular sandwiches, plan on roughly a quarter to a third of a pound of sliced pastrami per person; for a stacked deli-style sandwich, closer to half a pound. Fresh-sliced pastrami keeps about 4 to 5 days in the refrigerator, so buy the week you will actually eat, and freeze any extra. Not sure how your crowd eats? Tell the counter the headcount and the meal, and they will help you land on the right amount.
Order ahead for Shabbos and simchas
Pastrami is a Shabbos and simcha staple, and the deli counter is busiest at the end of the week. Order ahead by phone or online and your slices are packed and waiting for pickup at 4402 13th Avenue, or choose local delivery in the cart. For a crowd, the deli builds platters with pastrami alongside the full cold-cut selection — one call to (718) 438-8444 plans the quantities.
Kosher pastrami for fall in Brooklyn: cholent cubes, hot sandwiches, and Shabbos plates
Kosher pastrami in Brooklyn does double duty in the fall, and it is sliced fresh at the Satmar Meats deli counter at 4402 13th Avenue in Boro Park: cubes for the cholent pot, thick slices for a hot sandwich, and thin slices for the Shabbos table, sold by the pound to order.
Choosing the pastrami for the job
Start with how it will be eaten. Beef chuck pastrami is the rich, classic choice for a hot stacked sandwich. Beef shoulder is leaner and firmer for everyday lunches. Turkey pastrami is lighter, chicken pastrami is mildest, and pastrami cubes and chunks are cut for the cholent pot, where the smoky, peppery meat flavors the beans and potatoes all night. Tell the counter the meal and the slicer does the rest.
How much to order, and when to order it
For regular sandwiches, plan roughly a quarter to a third of a pound per person, and closer to half a pound for a stacked deli-style sandwich. Fresh-sliced pastrami keeps about 4 to 5 days in the refrigerator, so buy the week you will eat. Order ahead for Shabbos and simchas: the deli counter is busiest at the end of the week, and a phone or online order is sliced, packed, and waiting.
Getting it home and serving it hot
Pick up at the store on 13th Avenue, or choose local delivery when you order online, and add corned beef, roast beef, turkey, and salads from the same counter so the whole spread travels together. Keep fresh slices refrigerated, and freeze any extra in meal-size portions. To serve hot, steam the slices gently in a covered pan with a splash of water until just heated through, then serve right away.
Kosher pastrami for Shabbos prep: the order that covers the whole weekend
One Shabbos-prep pastrami order can cover the whole weekend, and it is sliced fresh at the Satmar Meats deli counter at 4402 13th Avenue in Boro Park: thick slices for a hot sandwich before Shabbos, thin slices for the Shabbos table, and cubes for the cholent pot, all sold by the pound and cut when you order.
Slice it on Thursday, not in the Friday rush
The deli counter is busiest at the end of the week, so the regulars order pastrami ahead by phone or online and pick it up sliced, packed, and waiting. Say how each portion will be eaten — thick for stacking hot, thin for piling into cold sandwiches — and the slicer cuts each one to match, instead of one pack trying to do every job for the whole weekend.
Four pastramis, one for every eater
Beef chuck pastrami is the rich, classic choice, beef shoulder is leaner and firmer, turkey pastrami is lighter, and chicken pastrami is the mildest of the four. A mixed order keeps everyone at the table happy: chuck for the sandwich people, shoulder or turkey for everyday lunches, and chicken for the kids and anyone who likes gentle seasoning.
The freezer backup, sealed and ready
Fresh-sliced pastrami keeps about 4 to 5 days in the refrigerator, so buy the week you will eat. For a backup, add vacuumed shoulder pastrami, sealed for keeping longer in the refrigerator or freezer, or freeze fresh slices in meal-size portions, each one thawing overnight in the refrigerator for the next day. One prep order then covers Shabbos, the week's lunches, and the night nobody wants to cook.
Kosher pastrami in late October: hot sandwiches, cholent cubes, and the Shabbos tray
Kosher pastrami at Satmar Meats is deli pastrami sliced fresh to order at the Boro Park counter, in four kinds: beef chuck, beef shoulder, turkey, and chicken. It is brined, crusted with spices, and smoked, then sold by the pound, sliced thick or thin for sandwiches, cubed for cholent, whole by the piece, or vacuum-packed for the freezer, at 4402 13th Avenue, with local delivery when you order online. The four kinds sit in the same case, so a household can mix its order at one counter.
Four pastramis, one for every eater
Beef chuck pastrami is the classic: rich, beefy, and peppery at the bark. Beef shoulder runs leaner for a lighter sandwich. Turkey pastrami is lighter still, and chicken pastrami is the mildest of the four, the usual pick for children. The counter slices each to order, so a mixed pound for a household of different tastes is an ordinary request.
Hot sandwich season is back
Cold evenings are hot-pastrami weather. Steam the slices gently in a covered pan with a splash of water until just heated through, stack them high, and serve them with the cold salads from the same counter: coleslaw, potato salad, and cucumber salad. Thin slices also go straight into cold sandwiches and wraps for the week's lunches.
Order ahead, and keep a freezer backup
For Shabbos or a simcha, order during the week and have the pastrami sliced and packed before the Friday rush, by phone at (718) 438-8444 or online for pickup or delivery. Vacuum-packed pastrami keeps for the freezer backup, and fresh slices portioned and wrapped tightly thaw for sandwiches whenever the craving lands. A pound sliced on Thursday is one less line on Friday.
Pastrami questions, answered
Everything shoppers ask about kosher pastrami — answered in plain terms.
Where can I buy fresh kosher pastrami in Brooklyn?
Satmar Meats at 4402 13th Avenue in Boro Park slices kosher pastrami fresh at the deli counter — beef chuck, beef shoulder, turkey, and chicken. Order online for pickup or local delivery, or call (718) 438-8444.
Is your pastrami sliced fresh or prepackaged?
Sliced fresh at the counter, to order. Prepack pastrami sits in plastic; counter-sliced pastrami is cut when you buy it — better texture, better flavor, sliced thick or thin exactly how you like it.
What kinds of pastrami do you carry?
Beef chuck pastrami, beef shoulder pastrami, turkey pastrami, and chicken pastrami — plus pastrami cubes and chunks cut for cholent.
Can I get pastrami sliced thick or thin?
Yes — that is the whole point of the counter. Thick for a stacked sandwich, thin for piling high, cubed for cholent. Just say the word.
Do you have pastrami for cholent?
Yes — pastrami cubes and chunks cut for cholent, plus chuck pastrami slices made for the pot. The smoky pastrami flavor enriches the whole cholent.
How long does fresh-sliced pastrami keep?
Refrigerated, about 4 to 5 days — buy what you will eat within the week, since fresh-sliced has no prepack preservatives. It also freezes well.
Do you make pastrami platters or sandwiches?
The deli prepares platters for events and simchas — pastrami alongside the full cold-cut selection. Talk to the store or browse catering for larger orders.
Do you deliver kosher pastrami?
Yes — order online and choose pickup at 4402 13th Avenue or a local delivery area in the cart.
What makes pastrami kosher — and glatt kosher?
Pastrami is kosher when it starts with meat from a kosher animal that was slaughtered and inspected according to Jewish law, prepared with kosher salt, and handled only with kosher ingredients and equipment, kept separate from dairy. Glatt kosher pastrami follows the stricter inspection standard many Brooklyn families require. At Satmar Meats the deli counter works to that kosher standard every day.
How is kosher pastrami seasoned and smoked?
In general terms, pastrami starts as a cured cut — classically beef — that is brined, coated in a coarse spice crust built around black pepper and coriander along with garlic and other deli spices, then smoked and cooked low and slow until tender. That peppery crust and gentle smoke are what give real deli pastrami its deep flavor and dark bark.
How much pastrami should I order per person?
For sandwiches, plan on roughly a quarter to a third of a pound of sliced pastrami per person for a regular sandwich, and closer to half a pound for a stacked deli-style sandwich. Pastrami is sold by the pound at the counter, so you can order exactly what your meal needs and add a little extra for the next day's lunches.
Can I buy kosher pastrami by the pound for sandwiches at home?
Yes. Beef chuck pastrami, beef shoulder pastrami, turkey pastrami and chicken pastrami are all sold by the pound and sliced fresh when you order. Order online for pickup at 4402 13th Avenue or local delivery, or call (718) 438-8444 and have it sliced and waiting for you.
Can I get a pastrami sandwich or takeout instead of sliced meat?
Yes. Alongside sliced pastrami by the pound, the grill and takeout side serves pastrami sandwiches and wraps, so you can sit down to a hot pastrami sandwich today and still take sliced pastrami home for the week. For a crowd, the deli also builds platters — call (718) 438-8444 to plan quantities.
What is the best way to reheat pastrami without drying it out?
Steam is the deli way: warm the slices gently in a covered pan with a splash of water, or in a steamer basket over simmering water, just until heated through. Gentle steaming brings back the juicy texture; blasting pastrami in a dry microwave tends to toughen it. Serve it hot right away for the best flavor.
What is the difference between beef chuck pastrami and beef shoulder pastrami?
Beef chuck pastrami is the classic deli cut — rich, beefy, and juicy. Beef shoulder pastrami is leaner, with a firmer bite. Both are sliced fresh at the counter, thick or thin, and many regulars buy some of each: chuck for a hot stacked sandwich and shoulder for everyday lunches.
Which pastrami is the lightest choice?
Turkey pastrami is lighter than beef, and chicken pastrami is the mildest of the four. If you want the pastrami flavor with a lighter profile, start with turkey; if you are serving kids or anyone who prefers gentle seasoning, chicken pastrami is the pick.
Can I buy pastrami vacuum-packed?
Yes. Alongside fresh-sliced pastrami, the counter sells vacuumed shoulder pastrami, sealed for travel or for keeping longer in the refrigerator or freezer. It is a good choice for taking pastrami along on a trip or stocking up ahead of a holiday.
Can I buy a whole piece of pastrami instead of slices?
Yes. If you prefer to slice at home, ask the counter about a whole or long piece of pastrami instead of counter slices. Buying it whole lets you cut it as thick as you like, and it keeps well refrigerated until you are ready to slice and steam it.
What else can I pick up at the deli counter for the same meal?
The same counter slices corned beef, roast beef, turkey, and salami, and the full cold-cut lineup, so one stop builds the whole deli spread. Add prepared foods and salads from the shop, and the meal is covered without a second trip.
When should I order pastrami for Shabbos or a simcha?
Order ahead. For Shabbos, having your pastrami sliced and packed before Friday keeps the end of the week calm, and for a simcha or an event, call (718) 438-8444 to plan platter quantities with the store. Pickup is at 4402 13th Avenue, and local delivery is available when you order online.
What are your store hours?
Satmar Meats at 4402 13th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11219 is open Sunday 10:30 AM to 10 PM, Monday to Wednesday 9 AM to 10 PM, and Thursday 8:30 AM to 10 PM. The store closes early on Friday and is closed on Saturday, so call (718) 438-8444 to confirm Friday and holiday hours before you come in.
Can I order pastrami by phone?
Yes. Call (718) 438-8444 and tell the deli counter which pastrami you want — beef chuck, beef shoulder, turkey, or chicken — how much, and whether to slice it thick or thin. Your pastrami will be sliced fresh and set aside for pickup at 4402 13th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11219, or you can order online for pickup or local delivery.
Can pastrami be served cold, or should it always be heated?
Both. Thin slices are made for cold sandwiches and wraps, where they pile high and eat tender straight from the refrigerator. For a hot sandwich, steam the slices gently until just heated through. The same pound can do both jobs: cold lunches during the week and a hot stacked sandwich when you want the full deli experience.
Which pastrami is best for children?
Chicken pastrami is the mildest of the four and the usual pick for children, with gentle seasoning and a soft bite. Turkey pastrami is the next lightest. If your children like a little more deli flavor, ask the counter for a taste of each on different visits and let them pick their own favorite for sandwiches and wraps.
Can I freeze fresh-sliced pastrami for later?
Yes. Fresh-sliced pastrami freezes well — wrap it tightly in meal-size portions so you can thaw only what you need, and use it within a few months for the best quality. Thaw it in the refrigerator, then steam the slices gently to serve them hot, or let them come up to room temperature for cold sandwiches.
How do I reheat a whole piece of pastrami at home?
Steam it gently, the same way the deli serves slices: set the piece in a steamer basket over simmering water, covered, until it is heated through, then slice it as thick as you like. Keeping the piece whole until serving protects the juices, and slicing after steaming gives you hot, fresh-cut pastrami at your own table.
What is the difference between pastrami and corned beef?
Both are cured beef deli meats, but they finish differently. Pastrami is brined, coated in a coarse peppery spice crust, and smoked, which gives it its dark bark and deep flavor. Corned beef is brined and cooked without the spice crust and smoke. The same deli counter slices both fresh — pastrami for the smoky, peppery bite, corned beef for the classic brined flavor.
What can I cook with pastrami cubes besides cholent?
Pastrami cubes are a cook's shortcut anywhere smoky, peppery beef belongs: fried up with potatoes and onions as a hash, stirred into beans, or crisped and scattered over a salad or roasted vegetables. The cubes and chunks are cut for the cholent pot, but the same smoky flavor works all week in quick suppers.
Can I ask for leaner or fattier pastrami?
Yes — start with the cut. Beef shoulder pastrami is the leaner, firmer choice, and beef chuck pastrami is richer, with more fat running through it. Turkey pastrami is lighter still. Tell the counter which way your family likes it and the slicer will cut the right pastrami, thick or thin.
How long does vacuum-packed pastrami keep?
Longer than fresh slices. The counter's vacuumed shoulder pastrami is sealed for travel and for keeping longer in the refrigerator, and it freezes well for the weeks ahead. Fresh-sliced pastrami, by comparison, keeps about 4 to 5 days refrigerated, so the vacuumed pack is the right pick for stocking up before a holiday.
Can I serve pastrami cold at the Shabbos afternoon meal?
Yes. Thin-sliced pastrami is made for cold serving — pile it on a plate with the cold salads from the same deli counter and it carries the afternoon meal without any cooking. Order the thin slices when you do the Shabbos shop, keep them refrigerated, and set them out straight from the package.
What should I serve with hot pastrami sandwiches at home?
Keep it classic deli: the cold salads from the same counter — coleslaw, potato salad, and cucumber salad — plus a kugel or a pot of soup for a bigger meal. Steam the pastrami slices gently until just heated through, stack them high, and let everyone build their own sandwich at the table.
Can I mix two kinds of pastrami in one order?
Yes. Order some of each: beef chuck for the classic hot sandwich, turkey or chicken for the lighter eaters. Each kind is sliced fresh to order, thick or thin as you ask, and packed separately so the flavors stay their own.
How much pastrami should I put in a cholent for a crowd?
Pastrami cubes and chunks flavor the whole pot as it cooks overnight, so a little goes a long way: about a pound of cubes seasons a family-size cholent, and more for a kiddush-size pot. Ask the counter for cholent-cut pieces when you order.
Can the counter slice my pastrami while I do the rest of my shopping?
Yes. That is how the counter works: give the deli your pastrami order, thick or thin and how much, and it is sliced fresh and packed while you shop the butcher and grocery departments. Phone orders at (718) 438-8444 are sliced and set aside the same way.
How should I pack pastrami for travel to family outside the neighborhood?
Ask for vacuum-packed pastrami, which is made for keeping and carrying, and keep it cold on the trip. Fresh-sliced pastrami travels best eaten soon; the vacuum pack is the choice when the pastrami has to last until it reaches family further away.
Which pastrami should I buy for a hot sandwich spread for guests?
Beef chuck is the crowd-pleaser for a hot spread: rich, juicy, and built to steam and stack. Add a lighter turkey pastrami beside it for guests who eat lighter, steam both gently, and let everyone build their own sandwich at the table.
Can I get pastrami sliced extra thin for wraps and cold sandwiches?
Yes. Say thin when you order. Thin slices pile high, eat tender straight from the refrigerator, and wrap without tearing, which is why they are the cut for cold sandwiches and wraps. Thick slices stay the pick for a hot, steamed sandwich.
Get fresh-sliced pastrami today in Boro Park
Sliced when you order, ready when you are.
Get fresh-sliced pastrami today
Order online for pickup or local delivery, or call (718) 438-8444 and have it sliced while you wait. Pickup is at 4402 13th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11219.
Shop the deli counter
Browse the full deli department — cold cuts, salads, and prepared foods — plus the butcher counter for fresh meat.
Feeding a crowd?
Deli platters and full catering for simchas and events. One call plans it all: (718) 438-8444.