Lentils are the oldest known pulses cultivated by humans, their domestication dating back at least 11,000 years. Originating in central and western Asia, they have been a staple in regional cuisine whose popularity has spread globally especially on the Indian subcontinent thanks to their versatility, high nutritional values and distinctive taste. French-type green lentils are smaller than other varieties of lentils and are renowned for holding their shape during the cooking process.
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