In fact, the heavy seasoning is one of the things that separates pastrami from corned beef, or ham, turkey, and other deli meats. And in some ways, the tradition of cured and spiced meat goes back ...

The flavor. Pastrami is more flavorful because it’s brined before being rubbed with a flavorful seasoning blend whereas corned beef is only brined. Some pastrami rubs also may include sugar.