Green Lentils with Green Beans and Cilantro

Name: Green Lentils with Green Beans and Cilantro
Yield: serves 4¿6
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups green lentils; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1 cup 3/4-inch green bean segments; 1 well-packed cup finely chopped cilantro; 3 tablespoons olive or canola oil; 1/8 teaspoon ground asafetida; 1/2 teaspoon whole cumin seeds; 1 medium shallot, peeled and cut into fine slivers; A few wedges of lemon, if desired

December 9, 2011

For vegetarians, these refreshing lentils, accompanied perhaps by Yogurt Relish with Okra and a bread, Indian or crusty Western, could make an entire meal. For non-vegetarians, meats or fish curries may be added.

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