East Coast Donair - Viral Donner Kebab Style
A Halifax-style East Coast Donair inspired by the viral Donner kebab. Spiced beef, warm pita, and that iconic sweet garlic sauce.
Servings: 4
Calories: 696kcal
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Microplane or Fine Grater
- Loaf Pan
- Plastic Wrap
- Baking sheet
- Parchment Paper
- Meat Thermometer
- Sharp Knife
- Skillet
Ingredients
Donair Meat
- 450 g 1 lb Ground Beef
- ½ White Onion Finely Grated
- 2 Garlic Cloves Finely Grated
- ½ Tbsp Ground Coriander
- 1 Tbsp Onion Powder
- 1 Tbsp Garlic Powder
- 2 Tsp Dried Oregano
- 1½ Tsp Salt
- 2 Tsp Black Pepper
- ¼ Tsp Cayenne Pepper
- 2 Tbsp Greek Yogurt
Classic Sweet Donair Sauce
- 1 Cup Sweetened Condensed Milk
- 2 Tbsp White Vinegar
- ½ Tsp Garlic Powder
For Assembly
- 4 Pita Breads
- 2 Tomatoes Diced
- ½ White Onion Finely Diced
Instructions
Mix Until Sticky
- In a large bowl, combine Ground Beef, Grated White Onion, Garlic Cloves, Ground Coriander, Onion Powder, Garlic Powder, Dried Oregano, Salt, Black Pepper, Cayenne Pepper, and Greek Yogurt.
- Mix aggressively for 4–5 minutes until the mixture becomes very sticky and paste-like. This builds structure so it holds together when flattened.
Flatten Into a Meat Sheet
- Place the mixture onto a sheet of Parchment Paper.
- Top with a second sheet of Parchment Paper.
- Using a Rolling Pin, roll the meat into a thin, even sheet about ¼ inch thick. Aim for uniform thickness so it cooks evenly.
- Transfer the sheet (still on parchment) onto a Baking Sheet.
Bake Fast & Hot
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Bake for 18–25 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
- Remove from oven and let rest 5 minutes.
Tear Into Sheets
- Peel back parchment and tear the baked meat into rustic strips and shards.
- Uneven edges are ideal — they crisp better.
Crisp for Texture
- Heat a Skillet over medium-high.
- Add torn Donair Meat in batches. Press lightly and let sit undisturbed to develop deep caramelization before flipping.
- You want crispy edges and juicy centres.
- Or you can Broil the meat for a few minutes until crispy edges form, keep a close eye, crispy edges can burn quickly.
Make the Sauce
- Whisk Sweetened Condensed Milk, White Vinegar, and Garlic Powder together.
- Let sit 5–10 minutes to thicken slightly.
Assemble
- Warm Pita Bread.
- Layer crispy Donair Meat in the centre.
- Top with Diced Tomato and White Onion.
- Drizzle generously with Sweet Donair Sauce.
- Fold tightly and serve immediately.
Nutrition
Calories: 696kcal | Carbohydrates: 83g | Protein: 36g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 106mg | Sodium: 1775mg | Potassium: 984mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 45g | Vitamin A: 789IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 339mg | Iron: 4mg
