Dash's Donair Recipe
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Dash's Donair

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"For the true donair fan. this recipe is tried and tested. If you enjoy Halifax donair's then you'll love this recipe. When making this recipe use only the finest spices available, they make a huge difference."

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.7 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (231)

Prep Time:
30 Min
Cook Time:
1 Hr 15 Min
Ready In:
1 Hr 45 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 4 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground oregano
  • 1 teaspoon all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 pound ground beef
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  • 1 (12 fluid ounce) can evaporated milk
  • 3/4 cup white sugar
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 4 teaspoons white vinegar, or as needed

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). In a cup or small bowl, mix together the salt, oregano, flour, black pepper, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper.
  2. Place the ground beef in a large bowl, and use your hands to blend in the spice mixture. If you want the smooth texture of meat that you see in a real donair shop, you must do this in a steel mixing bowl and on a sturdy surface. Pick up the meat, and throw it down with force about 20 times, kneading it after each throw. This also helps the meat hold together better when you slice it.
  3. Form the meat into a loaf, and place it on a broiler pan. If you do not have one, a baking sheet will do.
  4. Bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes in the preheated oven, turning the loaf over about half way through. This will ensure even cooking. This cuts better if you chill the meat overnight before slicing.
  5. To make the donair sauce, mix together the evaporated milk, sugar and garlic powder in a medium bowl. Gradually whisk in the white vinegar, adding 1 teaspoon at a time, until thickened to your desired consistency.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 489 | Total Fat: 20.9g | Cholesterol: 98mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 28, 2004 by Lesha   view full review
Thank you Dash!!!! I'm from Nova Scotia and I CRAVE these things. This recipe is a great...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 24, 2005 by KATERS0404   view full review
I am from Halifax too. This is the exact recipe used by the restaurant that invented the...
The reviewer gave this recipe 0 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 23, 2005 by Mom of Four   view full review
It seems some people are getting Gyros (Greek) mixed up with Donairs (Lebanese).I used to work...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 21, 2004 by DAZEDDRAGONS420   view full review
This is absolutly fabulous meal. The important thing they left out of the recipe is how to eat...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 17, 2007 by Amanda   view full review
I moved to Regina from Edmonton 4 months ago and back home there are donair shops...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 14, 2009 by AFOSTERFAMILY   view full review
Thanks for a great recipe! These are awesome! Be sure to add diced tomatoes and onions to...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 25, 2010 by jillymcnilly   view full review
This recipe is amazing! My husband (from Halifax) and I have been using it for the past 8...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 4, 2007 by MegPie22   view full review
THANK YOU!!! My husband and I now live in New England, but we both grew up in NS. This recipe...
The reviewer gave this recipe 0 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 11, 2004 by HeatherC   view full review
I am from Atlantic Canada and this is a great recipe for donairs (I love them and have them...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 29, 2007 by NATHALIE1   view full review
I love this recipe! First time I had a donair was in Halifax while I was visiting, when I...

 

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