Chana dal and capsicum veg

Ingredients ;

250 gm chana dal
2 tbsp cooking oil
1 large red capsicum cut into strips
1 large tomato chopped
1/2 onion sliced
1 tsp turmeric powder
1/2 tsp garam masala
1/2 tsp chilli powder
1/4 tsp coriander powder
3/4 tsp mustard seeds(rai)
2-3 dry red chillies
1 bay leaf
2 cloves
1 cinnamon stick
5-6 curry leaves
  1/4 tsp ginger paste
1/4 tsp garlic paste

  Method;

Soak chana dal in water for a few hours prior to use Heat oil and add 1/2 tsp mustard seeds, bay leaf, cinnamon stick, ginger and garlic pastes, and cloves Add 1/4 onion and let it heat till they turn translucent Add tomato and curry leaves and then the chana dal, making sure to add enough water to cover the dal as it boils Cook on medium-high heat with a closed lid for 30-40 minutes until the chana dal softens, while continuing to replenish the water (boiling and not cold water) now and again as it evaporates When it is nearly cooked, open the pot and reduce heat and allow curry to thicken to desired consistency In a separate pan, heat oil, add dry red chilis, 1/4 tsp mustard seeds and 1/4 onion and add capsicum and allow to saute for 15 minutes while turning once or twice When the capsicum had softened, add it to the chana dal and let the mixture simmer on low heat for 5-10 minutes Drizzle some dried parsley for garnish and/or a few freshly chopped coriander leaves