Authentic East Coast Donair Recipe: A Taste of Canada

Ingredients

• 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
• 1 (12 ounce) can evaporated milk
• 0.5 cup white sugar
• 0.25 cup white vinegar, or to taste
• 6 large pita bread rounds

Instructions

1. Combine ground beef, cayenne pepper, black pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, paprika, and oregano in a bowl. Form into a loaf, cover, and refrigerate overnight to let the flavors meld.
2. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
3. Bake the meatloaf for about 30 minutes, flipping halfway, until cooked through. The internal temperature should reach 160°F (70°C). Let it cool slightly for easier slicing.
4. For the donair sauce, mix evaporated milk and sugar until dissolved. Gradually add vinegar to achieve your desired tanginess. Chill until serving.
5. Slice the meatloaf thinly and pan-fry in a skillet over medium heat until crispy and browned on both sides, about 5 minutes per side.
6. Lightly moisten pita bread with water and warm in a dry skillet over medium heat.
7. Assemble your donairs by filling warm pita bread with meat slices and topping with the creamy donair sauce. Roll into a cone and wrap in foil to prevent drips while enjoying!

Nutrition

• Calories: 450 kcal
• Fat Content: 14 g
• Fiber Content: 2 g
• Sugar Content: 24 g
• Sodium Content: 814 mg
• Protein Content: 22 g
• Cholesterol Content: 64 mg
• Carbohydrate Content: 57 g
• Saturated Fat Content: 6 g
• Unsaturated Fat Content: 0 g