This homemade donair recipe is based on the legendary East Coast donair created in the city of Halifax by a Greek restaurateur in the early 70s. Originally made with ground lamb, it is now more commonly made with beef. Favorite garnishes are chopped onions and fresh diced tomatoes.
Ingredients
Other
- 6 large pita bread rounds
Sauce
- 1 (12 ounce) can evaporated milk
- ½ cup white sugar
- ¼ cup white vinegar, or to taste
Meatloaf
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
Directions
Step 1
Make the meatloaf: Mix ground beef, cayenne pepper, black pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, paprika, and oregano together in a large bowl until combined. Shape mixture into a loaf and place on a baking tray; cover with plastic wrap and let rest in the refrigerator overnight.
Step 2
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Step 3
Bake meatloaf in the preheated oven until no longer pink in the center, about 30 minutes, turning the loaf over halfway through cooking. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C). Allow the meatloaf to cool so it holds together for slicing.
Step 4
Meanwhile, make the sauce: Stir evaporated milk and sugar together in a bowl until sugar is dissolved; add vinegar, 1 teaspoon at a time, to taste. Refrigerate sauce until ready to serve.
Step 5
Slice meatloaf into 1/4-inch thick slices; brown each slice in a skillet over medium heat until browned and crisp, about 5 minutes per side.
Step 6
Sprinkle pita bread rounds with a little water; warm briefly in a dry skillet over medium heat.
Step 7
To serve: Place several slices of meatloaf into each warmed pita bread; spoon about 2 tablespoons of sauce on top and roll into a cone shape. Wrap each donair in aluminum foil to keep the sauce from dripping out; serve.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 6 | |
Calories 450 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat14g | 18% |
Saturated Fat6g | 32% |
Cholesterol64mg | 21% |
Sodium814mg | 35% |
Total Carbohydrate57g | 21% |
Dietary Fiber2g | 7% |
Total Sugars24g | |
Protein22g | |
Vitamin C2mg | 11% |
Calcium214mg | 16% |
Iron3mg | 18% |
Potassium435mg | 9% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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