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Halifax Donair

Cultural Context

The Halifax Donair originated in the 1970s in Halifax, Nova Scotia, as a local adaptation of the Middle Eastern döner kebab. It quickly became a beloved street food, characterized by its spiced beef, sweet sauce, and fresh vegetables wrapped in pita. The donair has become a cultural icon in Atlantic Canada, often enjoyed late at night after a night out. Variations exist across Canada, but the Halifax version remains the most famous, celebrated for its unique flavor profile and hearty nature.

CanadianCANova Scotiamain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb. ground beef
1/2 lb. ground lamb
1/2 lb. ground pork
1 tbsp ground coriander
2 tbsp garlic powder
2 tsp ground oregano
2 tsp ground thyme
1 tsp cayenne pepper
1 tbsp ground black pepper
1 tbsp salt
3/4 cup evaporated milk
2/3 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup white vinegar
1/4 tsp garlic powder
1 white onion, diced
2 tomatoes, diced
8 Pita bread

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is lower in fat, while ground pork is often cheaper.

donair sauce

🥗Healthier: yogurt-based sauce

💰Cheaper: mayonnaise

Yogurt-based sauce reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

1

Preheat oven to 375°F.

2

Line a 9” X 5” X 2 1/2” loaf pan with parchment paper.

3

Place meat and spices in a mixer fit with the paddle attachment. Mix on low for 30 seconds, then increase speed gradually and mix on medium-high until meat is even and smooth, about 1 minute.

4

Pack meat into loaf pan and gently bang the pan against the counter to get rid of any air pockets.

5

Place the loaf pan in a casserole dish halfway filled with water to create a bain-marie.

6

Bake on the middle rack of the oven until internal temperature reaches 150°F, about 1 hour 20 minutes.

7

While meat is baking, prepare donair sauce by mixing together evaporated milk with sugar in a bowl.

8

Slowly pour in vinegar while mixing, then stir in garlic powder. Refrigerate for a minimum of 15 minutes.

9

Remove meatloaf from the oven and carefully remove meat from loaf pan. Let rest for a minimum of 10 minutes.

10

Thinly slice donair meat and place on a pita.

11

Sprinkle on onion and tomato, then drizzle with donair sauce.

12

Roll up and enjoy. Repeat with the remaining ingredients.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

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Spice Level:

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Allergens

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Also Known As

DonairHalifax-style Donair

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