Matar Dal Shorshey Diea

Matar Dal is a one of my favorite food.Sometimes mother cooks it for our family.I know it from my mother.Now I describe the recipe.

Bring some water to a bowl.Lower the heat slightly and add split peas,bay leaf, turmeric and simmer until the peas are tender,about 40-50minutes.Add salt and keep warm .Heat oil in a small skillet ,fry ginger and some chili until the ginger is lightly browned.Add mustard seeds powder paste and fry for another minute.Add coconut and stir a couple of times.Remove from heat and pour over the dal .Cover and let stand for 15 minutes.Sprinkle with ghee and serve.