Montreal smoked meat sandwich makes World's Best Sandwich list
Sitting amongst global heavy hitters like Spain's Bocadillo de jamón Ibérico, and Vietnam's bánh mì, Montreal's smoked meat sandwich stood out among 24 others.
The CNN article made special mention of the city's classic sandwich, describing the layers of tender smoked beef brisket piled high on light rye and finished with a splash of tangy yellow mustard.
A superior brisket was highlighted—brined for up to two weeks in a mix of savoury spices like coriander, peppercorn, and garlic before being smoked to perfection and hand-sliced for sandwich greatness.
Whether you worship at the altar of Schwartz's Deli, or you're a fan of Lester's, biting into a smoked meat sandwich (at any time of day or night) is one of the best things you can do in Montreal.
From our famous delis to hidden diners, Montreal is known for some exceptional smoked meat— Paul Toussaint 's twist on the classic dish at Time Out Market Montréal included.
What is special about Montreal smoked meat?
While the preparation is similar to New York pastrami, Montreal smoked meat is cured with a heavier dose of cracked peppercorns and savoury spices like coriander, garlic, and mustard seed for a distinct flavour profile.
The exact recipe is a mystery, and almost every deli has its own recipe.
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Montreal smoked meat sandwich makes World's Best Sandwich list
Calling all sandwich lovers: from Shawarma in the Middle East to Smørrebrød in Denmark, a list of the 25 best sandwiches on the planet has included Montreal's very own smoked meat. Sitting amongst global heavy hitters like Spain's Bocadillo de jamón Ibérico, and Vietnam's bánh mì, Montreal's smoked meat sandwich stood out among 24 others. The CNN article made special mention of the city's classic sandwich, describing the layers of tender smoked beef brisket piled high on light rye and finished with a splash of tangy yellow mustard. A superior brisket was highlighted—brined for up to two weeks in a mix of savoury spices like coriander, peppercorn, and garlic before being smoked to perfection and hand-sliced for sandwich greatness. Whether you worship at the altar of Schwartz's Deli, or you're a fan of Lester's, biting into a smoked meat sandwich (at any time of day or night) is one of the best things you can do in Montreal. From our famous delis to hidden diners, Montreal is known for some exceptional smoked meat— Paul Toussaint 's twist on the classic dish at Time Out Market Montréal included. What is special about Montreal smoked meat? While the preparation is similar to New York pastrami, Montreal smoked meat is cured with a heavier dose of cracked peppercorns and savoury spices like coriander, garlic, and mustard seed for a distinct flavour profile. The exact recipe is a mystery, and almost every deli has its own recipe.
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