Homemade Dal Makhani Anyone? Craving for this right now. Dal Makhani is an exotic vegetarian dish made out of lentils and beans, which needs no introduction. The recipe for dal Makhani is not difficult. In fact, it is quite easy to make but you need to be a little patient while cooking it.If you love authentic Punjabi food, then you are going to love this Dal Makhani even more.