Dairy-Free Traditional Donair

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Indulge in the bold flavors of a classic Maritime-inspired dish with this Dairy-Free Traditional Donair recipe. Perfectly seasoned ground beef is shaped into a flavorful loaf, baked to juicy perfection, and thinly sliced for that authentic donair experience. What sets this recipe apart is the rich and creamy dairy-free sweet donair sauce, made with your choice of dairy-free evaporated milk, almond cream, or coconut cream, ensuring it's accessible for those with dietary restrictions. Paired with warm dairy-free pita bread and fresh toppings like diced tomatoes, crisp lettuce, and onions, this mouthwatering creation is easy to assemble and perfect for a hearty meal. Quick to prepare and packed with spice, sweetness, and tang, this dish brings a taste of the East Coast to your kitchen—dairy-free and absolutely delicious!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 20 min
• Cook Time: 55 min
• Total Time: 1 hr 15 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

17 items

• 500 g Ground beef
• 60 g Breadcrumbs (ensure dairy-free)
• 2 tsp Onion powder
• 2 tsp Garlic powder
• 1 tsp Smoked paprika
• 1 tsp Dried oregano
• 1 tsp Ground black pepper
• 0.5 tsp Cayenne pepper
• 1 tsp Salt
• 1 large Egg
• 120 g Brown sugar
• 60 ml White vinegar
• 125 ml Dairy-free evaporated milk (or almond/coconut cream)
• 4 pieces Dairy-free pita bread
• 2 medium Tomato
• 1 medium White onion
• 120 g Shredded lettuce

📝 Instructions

13 steps

1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).

2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, oregano, black pepper, cayenne, and salt.

3. Crack in the egg and mix thoroughly using your hands until all the seasonings are evenly distributed, and the mixture becomes sticky.

4. Shape the meat mixture into a firm loaf and place it on a lined baking sheet or lightly greased loaf pan.

5. Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes or until fully cooked through (internal temperature should reach 160°F/71°C).

6. While the meat is baking, prepare the dairy-free sweet donair sauce. In a medium bowl, mix the brown sugar and vinegar until the sugar has completely dissolved.

7. Gradually whisk in the dairy-free evaporated milk (or almond/coconut cream) until smooth. Chill the sauce in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

8. Once the donair meat is cooked, allow it to rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing it very thinly, as thin as possible.

9. Warm the dairy-free pita bread in a dry skillet or the oven until pliable.

10. Dice the tomato and onion, and prep the shredded lettuce for assembling the donair.

11. To assemble, lay a warmed pita on a flat surface. Add a generous layer of sliced donair meat, then top with tomato, onion, and shredded lettuce.

12. Drizzle the chilled dairy-free donair sauce over the top and fold the pita into a wrap.

13. Serve immediately and enjoy your Dairy-Free Traditional Donair!

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (1696.2g)

Calories		2916
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		122.5 g	157%
	Saturated Fat	48.1 g	241%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		522 mg	174%
Sodium		4024 mg	175%
Total Carbohydrate		333.9 g	121%
	Dietary Fiber	20.7 g	74%
	Total Sugars	145.6 g
Protein		126.5 g	253%
Vitamin D		1.9 mcg	9%
Calcium		531 mg	41%
Iron		26.3 mg	146%
Potassium		2995 mg	64%

*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: 1102 cal (37.4%%)

Protein: 506 cal (17.2%%)

Carbs: 1335 cal (45.4%%)