Montreal Smoked Meat Sandwich
A classic Montreal deli staple, this sandwich features thinly sliced, brined, and smoked beef brisket piled high on rye bread with mustard.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes (for assembly)
Total Time20 minutes
Servings1
DifficultyEasy
🧂 Ingredients
- 200 g Montreal Smoked Meat(thinly sliced, preferably from a reputable deli)
- 2 slices Rye Bread
- 1 tbsp Yellow Mustard
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
If the smoked meat is cold, gently warm it by steaming or a brief pan-fry to enhance its flavor and texture. Be careful not to overcook.
- 2
Lightly toast the rye bread slices, if desired.
- 3
Spread a thin layer of yellow mustard on one or both slices of rye bread.
- 4
Generously pile the warmed Montreal smoked meat onto one slice of bread.
- 5
Top with the second slice of bread, mustard-side down if applicable. Slice in half and serve immediately.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓The quality of the smoked meat is paramount. Seek out authentic Montreal-style brisket.
- ✓Don't over-toast the rye bread; it should be soft enough to complement the meat.
- ✓A simple yellow mustard is traditional, but some prefer a spicy brown mustard.
🔄 Variations
- Add a dill pickle spear on the side.
- For a heartier sandwich, add a layer of coleslaw.