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Pastrami is a type of cured and smoked beef, originating from Eastern European Jewish cuisine and popular worldwide as a deli meat. It is typically prepared by seasoning beef with various spices, curing it in brine, and then smoking it to develop distinctive flavor and preserve the meat.

• Commonly consumed sliced in sandwiches or as thin cold cuts.
• Contains moderate protein and fat, with very low carbohydrates.
• Contains vitamin B12 and notable amounts of sodium due to curing.
• Not suitable for vegetarian or vegan diets.

Pastrami is best stored refrigerated and consumed within a few days after opening. Due to curing, it contains a high sodium content, so intake should be moderated accordingly.