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4 ounce bean thread noodles see * Note
  (cellophane noodles)
  on diagonal - (abt 1 1/3 c.)
1 c. matchstick-size seeded
  Salt to taste
  Freshly-grnd black pepper to taste
2 x shallots thinly sliced
1 Tbsp. finely-minced lemongrass see * Note
1 lrg garlic clove minced