Pound together garlic, red chilies, sugar and lemon juice in a mortar pestle. Remove in a bowl.
Add the rest of the ingredients for the dressing to the bowl and whisk well. Keep aside for 15 mins.
In a large bowl transfer all the ingredients for the salad keeping aside 1 tablespoon of peanuts for garnishing.
Now add the dressing and mix lightly. Top with the peanuts and some cilantro leaves. Serve immediately.
