Traditional Donair
Experience the authentic flavors of the East Coast with this Traditional Donair recipe, a Canadian favorite that transforms ground beef into a spiced, oven-baked loaf bursting with bold aromatics like oregano, rosemary, and cayenne pepper. Thinly sliced and served on warm pita bread, the donair is topped with juicy tomatoes, crisp onions, and a signature sweet garlic donair sauce made with evaporated milk and white vinegar for that irresistible balance of tangy and sweet. Perfect for sharing, this recipe delivers a satisfying blend of textures and flavors that will transport your taste buds straight to Halifax. Quick to prepare and easy to assemble, it's the ultimate crowd-pleaser for casual dinners or gatherings.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Ground beef
- 2 teaspoons Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Dried rosemary
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 120 grams All-purpose flour
- 150 milliliters Evaporated milk
- 30 milliliters White vinegar
- 200 grams Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder (for sauce)
- 4 Large pita breads
- 2 medium Tomatoes
- 1 medium Onion
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, 2 teaspoons of dried oregano, 1 teaspoon of ground black pepper, 1/2 teaspoon of cayenne pepper, 1 teaspoon of onion powder, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of dried rosemary, and 1 teaspoon of dried basil. Mix these spices thoroughly into the meat.
Place the seasoned meat on a baking sheet and shape it into a tightly packed loaf.
Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour and 15 minutes until cooked through and firm.
While the meat is baking, prepare the donair sauce. In a small bowl, mix together 150ml of evaporated milk, 30ml of white vinegar, 200 grams of granulated sugar, and 1 teaspoon of garlic powder. Stir until the sugar is completely dissolved. Refrigerate until ready to use.
Once the meat is cooked, allow it to cool slightly before slicing it thinly into strips.
Warm the pita breads briefly in the oven or in a dry skillet.
Chop the tomatoes and onion into small, even pieces.
To assemble the donair, place a portion of the sliced meat onto each pita. Top with chopped tomatoes and onions.
Drizzle generously with the prepared sweet garlic sauce.
Serve immediately, wrapping the pita around the filling for ease of eating.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3416 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 111.0 g | 142% | |
| Saturated Fat | 41.6 g | 208% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 352 mg | 117% | |
| Sodium | 4192 mg | 182% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 476.4 g | 173% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.0 g | 68% | |
| Total Sugars | 236.4 g | ||
| Protein | 136.3 g | 273% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.0 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 762 mg | 59% | |
| Iron | 24.8 mg | 138% | |
| Potassium | 2780 mg | 59% | |
*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.
