High Protein Homemade Turkey Pastrami

Elevate your protein-packed meal prep with this High Protein Homemade Turkey Pastrami! Crafted from lean turkey breast and infused with a robust blend of spices like smoked paprika, coriander, and mustard seeds, this recipe offers a healthier, flavorful alternative to store-bought deli meats. The turkey is brined overnight to achieve juiciness and then roasted to perfection, creating tender slices ideal for sandwiches, salads, or snacking. With just 15 minutes of prep time and no specialized equipment required, this recipe is both easy to make and packed with bold, smoky flavors. Perfect for meal preppers and health-conscious eaters, this turkey pastrami is high in protein, low in fat, and bursting with savory goodness—store leftovers for up to a week!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:105 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Turkey breast
• 2 cups Water
• 1 tablespoon Kosher salt
• 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon Black peppercorns
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Coriander seeds
• 1 teaspoon Mustard seeds
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing the brine. In a pot, combine water, kosher salt, brown sugar, and 1/2 tablespoon of black peppercorns. Bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 2

Once the brine reaches a boil, remove it from the heat and allow it to cool completely.

Step 3

Place the turkey breast in a shallow dish or zip-top bag and pour the cooled brine over it. Ensure the turkey is fully submerged.

Step 4

Refrigerate the turkey in the brine for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best results.

Step 5

Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).

Step 6

Remove the turkey from the brine and pat it dry with paper towels. Discard the brine.

Step 7

Crush the remaining black peppercorns, coriander seeds, and mustard seeds in a mortar and pestle or with a spice grinder.

Step 8

In a small bowl, combine the crushed spices with garlic powder, smoked paprika, onion powder, and red pepper flakes.

Step 9

Rub the spice mixture all over the turkey breast, ensuring it is thoroughly coated.

Step 10

Place the turkey breast on a wire rack set over a baking sheet.

Step 11

Roast the turkey in the preheated oven for 90 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

Step 12

Remove the turkey pastrami from the oven and let it rest for about 10 minutes before slicing.

Step 13

Slice thinly and serve as desired. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1421.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1361.1

Total Fat 20.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.8g
Cholesterol 689.5mg	0%
Sodium 6031.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 21.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.8g	0%
Total Sugars 9.3g
Protein 264.1g	0%

Vitamin D 108.9IU	0%
Calcium 212.1mg	0%
Iron 8.0mg	0%
Potassium 2505.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 14.2%

Protein: 79.5%

Carbs: 6.4%