Beef Donair
Savor the bold flavors of this homemade Beef Donair, a Canadian classic inspired by Middle Eastern cuisine. This recipe combines seasoned ground beef, baked to perfection, with a medley of aromatic spices like paprika, oregano, and a hint of cayenne for a mild kick. Thinly sliced beef is layered over warm, crisped pita bread and topped with fresh, colorful veggies including lettuce, tomato, red onion, and cucumber. A creamy homemade garlic-yogurt sauce adds tangy richness that ties it all together. Perfect for an indulgent yet easy dinner, this Beef Donair brings restaurant-quality flavor right to your kitchen in just 90 minutes. Whether you're a fan of wraps or looking for a new way to enjoy ground beef, this recipe is sure to be a hit!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 g Ground beef
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Ground black pepper
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 1 tsp Onion powder
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 1 tsp Dried oregano
- 0.25 tsp Ground cayenne pepper
- 1 tbsp All-purpose flour
- 4 pieces Pita bread
- 1 cup Plain yogurt
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 tbsp Lemon juice
- 1 tbsp Freshly chopped parsley
- 1 cup Lettuce (shredded)
- 1 medium Tomato (diced)
- 0.5 medium Red onion (thinly sliced)
- 0.5 medium Cucumber (sliced)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large bowl, combine ground beef, salt, black pepper, paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, oregano, cayenne pepper, and all-purpose flour. Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly incorporated.
Form the mixture into a loaf shape and place it on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Bake in the preheated oven for 45-60 minutes, or until the meat is cooked through and has a firm texture.
While the beef is cooking, prepare the garlic sauce by combining plain yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, and parsley in a medium bowl. Stir well and refrigerate until ready to use.
Once the beef is cooked, let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing thinly into strips.
Warm the pita bread in the oven for about 5 minutes or until slightly crispy.
To assemble the donair, place a layer of shredded lettuce on each pita, add slices of beef, and top with diced tomato, sliced red onion, and cucumber.
Drizzle with the prepared garlic sauce. Fold the pita over the filling and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
540 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.3 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.0 g | 55% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 90 mg | 30% | |
| Sodium | 858 mg | 37% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.7 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.0 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.0 g | ||
| Protein | 31.0 g | 62% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 181 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 5.0 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 700 mg | 15% | |
*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.
