New Brunswick Donairs

Experience the bold and savory flavors of the East Coast with this authentic recipe for New Brunswick Donairs. Featuring spiced ground beef shaped into a tender loaf, thinly sliced to perfection, and nestled in warm, soft pita bread, this dish is a Canadian classic with a delightful twist. The tangy homemade donair sauce, made from sweetened condensed milk, vinegar, and a hint of garlic, adds an irresistible creamy balance to the juicy meat and fresh toppings of diced tomatoes and onions. Perfect for a hearty dinner or a crowd-pleasing party favorite, these donairs are a true taste of Atlantic Canada. Ready in just over an hour, they bring delicious homemade street food right to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 900 g Ground beef
• 85 g Breadcrumbs
• 2 tsp Ground black pepper
• 2 tsp Onion powder
• 2 tsp Garlic powder
• 1 tsp Paprika
• 1 tsp Salt
• 1 tsp Dried oregano
• 0.25 tsp Cayenne pepper
• 300 ml Sweetened condensed milk
• 60 ml White vinegar
• 0.5 tsp Garlic powder (for sauce)
• 6 pieces Pita bread
• 2 cups Diced tomatoes
• 1 cup Diced onions

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

In a large bowl, mix the ground beef, breadcrumbs, ground black pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, salt, oregano, and cayenne pepper. Ensure everything is well combined and kneaded into a smooth, uniform mixture.

Step 3

Shape the meat mixture into a log or loaf and place it on a baking sheet. Bake in the oven for 40-50 minutes, until fully cooked and the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).

Step 4

While the beef is cooking, prepare the donair sauce. In a medium bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, white vinegar, and garlic powder. The mixture will thicken upon standing. Cover and refrigerate until needed.

Step 5

Once the donair meat is fully cooked, remove it from the oven and let it cool slightly. Slice the loaf as thinly as possible (aim for thin, gyro-like slices).

Step 6

Warm the pita bread in the oven or microwave to make it soft and pliable.

Step 7

Assemble the donairs: Place a generous portion of sliced donair meat onto the center of a pita. Top with diced tomatoes and onions, and drizzle with the prepared donair sauce.

Step 8

Fold the pita around the filling, securing it with foil if needed. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2439 grams (2439.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4672

Total Fat 205.40g	263%
Saturated Fat 86.90g	435%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.90g
Cholesterol 728mg	243%
Sodium 6824mg	297%
Total Carbohydrate 513.30g	187%
Dietary Fiber 39.50g	141%
Total Sugars 245.10g
Protein 235.70g	471%

Vitamin D 31IU	154%
Calcium 1535mg	118%
Iron 35mg	196%
Potassium 5598mg	119%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 38.2%

Protein: 19.5%

Carbs: 42.4%