Indian Burritos

Indian Burritos are a fusion dish that combines the flavors and ingredients of Indian cuisine with the concept of a Mexican-style burrito. They typically feature a tortilla or flatbread wrapped around a filling of spiced vegetables, legumes, rice, and sometimes meat or paneer (Indian cottage cheese).

Ingredients:

For the Filling:

• 1 cup cooked basmati rice
• 1 cup cooked lentils or chickpeas
• 1 tablespoon oil
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder (adjust according to your spice preference)
• Salt to taste
• Chopped vegetables of your choice (such as bell peppers, carrots, spinach, etc.)
• Chopped fresh cilantro (coriander) leaves

For the Sauce:

• 1/2 cup plain yogurt
• 1 tablespoon chopped mint leaves
• 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro (coriander) leaves
• Salt to taste

For Assembling:

• Tortillas or flatbreads
• Sliced onions
• Sliced tomatoes
• Shredded lettuce or cabbage
• Hot sauce or chutney of your choice (optional)

Instructions:

1. In a pan, heat oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until it becomes translucent.
2. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the pan and cook for a minute until fragrant.
3. Stir in the ground cumin, ground coriander, turmeric powder, chili powder, and salt. Cook the spices for a minute to release their flavors.
4. Add the chopped vegetables to the pan and cook until they are tender-crisp.
5. Add the cooked basmati rice and lentils or chickpeas to the pan. Mix everything together and cook for a few minutes until heated through. Adjust the seasoning if needed.
6. In a small bowl, mix together the yogurt, chopped mint leaves, chopped cilantro leaves, and salt to make the sauce.
7. Warm the tortillas or flatbreads according to package instructions.
8. To assemble the Indian burritos, spread a spoonful of the sauce on a tortilla or flatbread. Place a portion of the filling mixture in the center of the tortilla.
9. Top the filling with sliced onions, sliced tomatoes, shredded lettuce or cabbage, and any other desired toppings or condiments.
10. Fold the sides of the tortilla over the filling and roll it up tightly to form a burrito.
11. Repeat the process with the remaining tortillas and filling.
12. Serve the Indian Burritos warm and enjoy them as a delicious and flavorful fusion meal.

Indian Burritos are a versatile dish, and you can customize the filling and toppings according to your taste preferences. They make a satisfying meal or snack and are a great way to enjoy the flavors of Indian cuisine in a portable and handheld form.