How to Heat Pastrami in a Pot: Zaidy’s Easy Stovetop Method
The Classic Stovetop Method for Tender, Aromatic Results.
At Zaidy’s, we believe that good food has the power to bring people home—even if just for a moment. Our pastrami is steeped in old-world tradition, but warming it up is refreshingly simple. If you're using a pot, you're already halfway to deli heaven.
Here’s how to heat your thick-cut, tender, and aromatic pastrami the right way—preserving all that smoky richness and melt-in-your-mouth experience we worked so hard to create.
How to Prepare Zaidy’s Pastrami Using a Pot – Steps
Fill a pot with water, bring to a boil, then turn down to a gentle simmer.
Remove vacuum-sealed pastrami pack from cardboard packaging and place straight into the simmering water.
Let it sit for 4–5 minutes.
Remove, open carefully, and serve warm.
That’s it. No mess, no drying out, no loss of flavour. Just pastrami as it’s meant to be.
Why This Method Works
Keeping the pack sealed during heating allows the pastrami to warm through evenly while retaining all its natural juices and spices. The result? Slices that are moist, fragrant, and fall-apart tender — exactly how you’d get them sliced fresh behind the counter at an old New York deli.
And because our pastrami is already cooked and perfectly seasoned, you’re not “cooking” anything — just waking it up.
Serving Ideas
Once warmed, you can layer it into a Reuben, fold it into a wrap, serve it with pickles on a charcuterie board, or just eat it straight from the board.
Whatever the moment, Zaidy’s pastrami brings comfort — the kind you can taste.
See below a classic Reuben sandwich made with Zaidy’s thick-cut, smoky pastrami — stacked high with sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, and Russian dressing on rye. It’s the kind of sandwich that feels like a hug from your Zaidy.
Want more reheating methods?
Check out our full collection of heating guides — from a simple microwave to a sizzling pan.
