Pesara Pappu Pacchadi (Moong Dal Chutney)

1 cup moong dal – soaked for 1-2 hours and thoroughly washed
4-5 red chilies
½ lime/lemon
1 tsp Salt (to taste)
¼ tsp asafetida

Garnish (optional):

1 tsp urad dal
¼ tsp cumin seeds
1-2 red chilies
¼ tsp asafetida

Blend moong dal, red chilies, asafetida and salt gently.
Sprinkle lime/lemon juice and mix well.
Optional skip step 2 if you do this - Heat 1 Tsp oil and fry urad, cumin seeds and red chilies -- add about 10-15 seconds apart. Add asafetida in the end. Add this garnish to the chutney. Use either lime/lemon or 1 tsp thick tamarind juice.