This American-style donair recipe brings the flavors of the Middle East to your kitchen. Tender and flavorful grilled meat, fresh veggies, and a creamy garlic sauce all wrapped up in a warm pita - it's the perfect combination of flavors and textures.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef or lamb
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Pita bread
- Tomatoes, diced
- Cucumbers, sliced
- Red onion, thinly sliced
- Lettuce, shredded
- Tzatziki sauce or garlic sauce
Directions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the ground meat with the cumin, coriander, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine.
- Form the seasoned meat mixture into small patties or logs.
- Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the meat patties for 3-4 minutes per side or until cooked through.
- Warm the pita bread on the grill or in the skillet.
- To assemble the donair, place some lettuce on the warmed pita bread, followed by the cooked meat, tomatoes, cucumbers, red onion, and tzatziki sauce.
- Roll up the pita bread and serve hot.
- Enjoy your homemade American-style donair!
