Flavor description
An herb with long, reedlike leaves. Its white bulb is pulverized for seasoning pastes or added to perfume soups and stews, while the tender green stalk is thinly sliced for salads. Steeped in hot water, lemongrass also makes a refreshing tea.
How to find
Can be found fresh in the produce section of supermarkets and Asian markets. Buy online at www.thaigrocer.com and www.melissas.com. Substitutes
One teaspoon freshly grated lemon rind can be substituted for 1 teaspoon lemongrass.
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Preparing Lemongrass: Step-by-step instructions. See article.
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