What are the green lens?

Green lenses are edible seeds of legumes produced by culinaris lens , an annual plant harvested only for luntile seeds that produces only about two seeds. The lens, which is believed to be one of the first grown foods, is a popular food in different countries around the world for their taste and intense nutritional value. They are also referred to as a German or Egyptian lens, as well as continental, brown or Indian brown lens. This type of lens is common in supermarkets and is generally cooked like other types of beans.

The lens date back to the prehistoric era and is believed to be one of the first foods grown, with seeds aged 8,000 years old. Over time, legumes have spread to Africa and Europe, which appeared in India according to 1 ST Century A.D. And it became the basis in Indian cuisine. The lens is a favorite food during the Christian Lent Season, where there is small to no meat and some followers practice fasting.In the 21st century in the 21st century, China, Syria and Canada, as well as Turkey and India, they provided most of the world's lens.

Plants

The number is usually grown in a climate with a cold and dry growing season. The grower harvesters plant pods when yellow plants and lower pods have a yellowish brown shade that lasts only a few days. During this short window, the grower must take care of the pod harvest to minimize the chances of drying and breaking the pods and the loss of crop. The lens is harvested at a certain level of moisture, usually around 18 to 20 percent and then dried for about a week. When they hit a supermarket, the green lens can be sold whole, divided or usually suppressed.

Green lens has about 150 calories per 1/4-shaped (50 ml) portion. They have 31 % fiber concentration, about 7 grams and lens mixing with a total of brown rice creates a complete protein. They also have a high protein content, with typical servingM offering 10 grams of protein, second only soy beans.

Lens with a strong taste remains relatively solid after cooking if not left to boil. It is a firm shape, which makes it a popular choice in salads or dryers. The seed has a flat shape and is one of the largest lens varieties and measures about 0.25 inches (about 0.64 cm) in diameter. It also has a granular texture and a relatively full walnut taste.

The cook usually prepares a green lens by cooking or cooking them in water or broth for about 15 to 20 minutes for semi -shell lenses, significantly shorter than other legumes. The lens can be cooked so that it is consumed separately or as a soup with vegetables and spices. Green lentils are eaten hot and cold. Cooked green lentils slightly dry in the fridge. The chef can correct this by adding a small amount of water or using a bitch as a dry ingredient or icing.

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