Matty Matheson, the host of "Just a Dash," prepares a traditional Halifax Donair, a popular Canadian dish. He starts by researching the Donair's history and its official status as the city's food. Matheson then proceeds to make the Donair meat by combining beef, pork, and lamb with various spices. He emphasizes the importance of properly mixing the meat to achieve the right consistency.
After cooking the meatloaf, Matheson prepares the Donair sauce, which consists of evaporated milk, sugar, white vinegar, and garlic powder. He notes that the sauce is a crucial component of the dish and warns against skipping it.
Matheson then assembles the Donair by slicing the meatloaf, steaming pita bread, and adding onions, tomatoes, and the Donair sauce. He emphasizes the importance of achieving the perfect ratio of ingredients and warns that eating a Donair can lead to a deep sleep and a strong desire to rehydrate the next day.
Throughout the video, Matheson shares his passion for cooking and his love for the city of Halifax, where the Donair originated. He also engages in humorous banter and self-deprecating humor, making the video entertaining to watch.
Here are the key facts extracted from the text:
1. In 2015, Halifax city council voted to make the Donair the city's official food.
2. A traditional Donair typically consists of a giant meatloaf hot dog.
3. The Donair meat is usually made from beef, but other ingredients can be added.
4. Matty Matheson's Donair recipe includes 50% beef, 25% pork, and 25% lamb.
5. The Donair meat is mixed with ground coriander, garlic powder, ground oregano, ground cayenne, and kosher salt.
6. The mixture is then formed into a meatloaf shape and baked.
7. Donair sauce is made from evaporated milk, sugar, white vinegar, and garlic powder.
8. The sauce is mixed slowly to avoid curdling.
9. The Donair is typically served in a pita with tomato, onion, and Donair sauce.
10. Matty Matheson's recipe includes steaming the pita bread to make it soft and chewy.
11. The Donair is a popular dish in Halifax, Nova Scotia.
12. Matty Matheson is a chef and TV personality who is passionate about cooking and sharing his recipes.