**Donair: A Culinary Symphony of Sweet, Savory, and Succulent Flavors**
Prepare to embark on a tantalizing culinary journey as we delve into the world of Donair, a delectable dish that harmoniously blends sweetness, savory, and succulent flavors. Originating from Greece and finding its home in Canada, Donair has captivated taste buds with its unique blend of spices, tender meat, and an irresistible sauce. This article presents two delectable recipes: Donair Meat and Donair Sauce, each carefully crafted to capture the essence of this iconic dish. Discover the secrets behind the tender, flavorful meat and the creamy, tangy sauce that elevate Donair to a culinary masterpiece.
DASH'S DONAIR
For the true donair fan. This recipe is tried and tested. If you enjoy Halifax donairs, then you'll love this recipe. When making this recipe, use only the finest spices available; they make a huge difference.
Provided by DASHRIPROCK
Categories Main Dish Recipes Sandwich Recipes Gyro Recipes
Time 1h45m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- 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.
- 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.
- Form the meat into a loaf, and place it on a broiler pan. If you do not have one, a baking sheet will do.
- Bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes in the preheated oven, turning the loaf over about half way through. This will ensure even cooking. Serve, or allow the meat to chill before slicing and reheating.
- 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.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 488.8 calories, Carbohydrate 49.5 g, Cholesterol 98.4 mg, Fat 20.9 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 26 g, SaturatedFat 9.7 g, Sodium 747.7 mg, Sugar 47.5 g
THE ORIGINAL DONAIR FROM THE EAST COAST OF CANADA
In the early 70's, a Greek restaurateur in the city of Halifax introduced the Donair. Within a few short years, virtually all pizzerias had added their version of the dish to their menus. Not to be confused with gyros, the Donair has a vastly different flavor. Originally the dish was made with ground lamb, but this proved too costly and ground beef was later substituted. Technically, this resulted in an aberration of sorts, as the final product was not what the originator had intended. What resulted, however, is the legendary East Coast Donair.
Provided by Del
Categories Main Dish Recipes Sandwich Recipes Gyro Recipes
Time 9h50m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a bowl, thoroughly mix together the ground beef, black pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, paprika, cayenne pepper, and oregano. Pack the spiced meat into a thick loaf shape, cover, and let rest in the refrigerator overnight.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Place the meat loaf onto a baking sheet, and bake for 1 hour, flipping the loaf over halfway through cooking. Allow the meat loaf to cool so it holds together for slicing.
- Mix together the evaporated milk and white sugar in a bowl, stirring until the sugar is dissolved, and then add the vinegar by teaspoons, mixing together after each addition, to taste. Refrigerate the sauce until serving.
- Slice the meat loaf into 1/4-inch thick slices, and brown the slices in a skillet over medium heat until both sides are brown and crisp, about 5 minutes per side.
- Sprinkle the pita bread rounds with a little water, and press each onto a heated skillet to warm up.
- To serve, place several slices of meat into a warmed pita bread, and spoon about 2 tablespoons of sauce over the meat. Roll the pita bread into a cone shape, wrap in aluminum foil to keep the sauce from dripping out, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 449.8 calories, Carbohydrate 57.3 g, Cholesterol 63.7 mg, Fat 14.3 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 22.4 g, SaturatedFat 6.3 g, Sodium 813.6 mg, Sugar 23.5 g
DONAIR SAUCE
This recipe is from "All Things Donair". Not mine, just wanted to post it here for keeping. It is an adapted recipe from King of Donair on Halifax's Pizza Corner. Note: Cooking time is setting time
Provided by puh-leas-no-coconut
Categories Sauces
Time 1h5m
Yield 1 1/2 cups, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Stir canned milk, sugar and garlic powder until sugar is dissolved.
- Add vinegar and continue mixing. The quicker you add the vinegar and the less you mix (I usually give the spoon 3 or 4 turns around the bowl), the thicker the sauce will be.
- Let sauce sit for at least one hour in refrigerator before using. Eventually (hours to days later), the sauce may start to separate. DO NOT STIR IT. Simply skim the thick sauce off the top. It tastes fine, despite the appearance that all the vinegar has seeped out of it.
- You should be able to get thick sauce simply by following the instructions in the top recipe. I can get mine a bit thicker than yogurt. Occasionally, I blow it and stir too much and the sauce gets thin again. If your sauce is not thick enough (I like spoons to stand up in it) follow the Ultra-Thick Donair Sauce Recipe I have posted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 94.9, Fat 1.6, SaturatedFat 1, Cholesterol 6.1, Sodium 22.9, Carbohydrate 19, Sugar 16.7, Protein 1.5
DONAIR MEAT
Found this recipe on "All Things Donair" I have yet to try it, but I am putting it here for safe-keeping.
Provided by puh-leas-no-coconut
Categories Meat
Time 2h50m
Yield 2 lbs, 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Try to get your butcher to run the meat through the grinder a few times. A food processor will do the trick also.
- Combine all ingredients in a large bowl.
- Knead for 20 minutes.
- Shape into two tightly formed loaves.
- Bake on broiler pan for 2 to 2 1/2 hours at 300 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Cool loaves and slice into thick slabs.
- Meat can be frozen for future use. If (like me) you are not fortunate enough to own your own rotary-stick-cooker thing like the ones in the good shops, you may find that the inner parts of the loaf are not browned enough. This can be remedied by re-heating the meat in a frying pan. This browns it nicely and gives it that slightly chewier texture.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 278, Fat 14.2, SaturatedFat 5.7, Cholesterol 88.5, Sodium 266.5, Carbohydrate 7.2, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 0.6, Protein 28.6
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your donair meat and sauce.
- Marinate the meat for at least 2 hours, or overnight. This will help to tenderize the meat and infuse it with flavor.
- Cook the meat over medium-high heat. This will help to create a nice crust on the outside of the meat while keeping the inside juicy.
- Make sure the sauce is nice and thick. This will help it to cling to the meat and vegetables.
- Serve the donair meat and sauce with your favorite toppings. Some popular options include lettuce, tomato, onion, and feta cheese.
Conclusion:
Donair meat and sauce is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. Whether you're making it for a party or just for a weeknight dinner, these recipes will help you create a delicious and authentic donair that everyone will love.
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