Cut onion, tomato and green chilli. Grind it in food processor along with ginger and garlic and make paste.

Heat oil in a pan and fry bay leaves for 30 secs.Add the paste and fry on medium heat until golden brown (The oil starts separating from the mixture).

Add red chilli powder, turmeric powder, coriander powder, garam masala and salt. Mix well. Fry for 2-3 minutes.

Add water enough to make thick gravy. Bring the gravy to boil.Add can chola chana Stir well and cook over medium heat for 5--7 minutes