Dal makhani is such a delicious dal and so versatile. While it is great to eat by itself, it also works marvelously in other foods, such as dal makhani nachos and these dal makhani burritos. Dal makhani makes a great stand-in for refried or black beans, and the extra flavors of the dal makhani elevate the dish.

Why Make this Recipe

This is a great recipe to make when you have leftover Indian food and want to transform it into something new. Use up your leftover basmati rice and dal makhani. Simply warm them in the microwave before adding them to this burrito.

Ingredients

Basmati rice – basmati rice adds a nice texture to the burrito. To make it in the style of Chipotle, add some lime zest and cilantro.

Dal Makhani — great use of leftover dal makhani, whether homemade, from a restaurant, or even store-bought.

Large Flour Tortilla – a 12 or 16-inch tortilla is ideal for a burrito

Cheddar cheese – complements the flavors of dal makhani well. Monterrey jack or pepper jack also works well

Guacamole – adds a lovely creaminess and depth

Chili Oil or Hot Sauce – I use my homemade chili oil or Tapatio if I don’t have any on hand, adds a nice kick.

Pico de Gallo – a classic Mexican salsa that provides freshness and crunch, brightening up the whole burrito. I provide a recipe, but you can just as easily use store-bought.

Adding cheddar cheese to the dal makhani burrito

Variations

Add pickled or fried onions or jalapenos
Add sour cream
Crisp in the air fryer: spray with cooking spray, and cook at 375°F for 4 minutes for an air fryer to take on a chimichanga
Make a wet version, top it with enchilada sauce or Indian simmer sauce, and cheese. Bake in the oven at 350°F for 8 minutes until the sauce is bubbling and the cheese is melted