Did You Know?
Lemongrass is so aromatic that it was traditionally burned as incense in temples across Southeast Asia and used as a natural insect repellent.
Overview
Southeast Asia · year-round · herbs
Lemongrass is a tropical grass with a strong lemon-citrus fragrance and flavor, essential to Thai, Vietnamese, Indonesian, and other Southeast Asian cuisines.
Southeast Asia
Origin
year-round
Season
Easy
Difficulty
herbs
Category
Flavor Profile
Citrusyfloralgingery
Storage Tips
Refrigerate fresh stalks wrapped in plastic for up to 2 weeks; or freeze whole for up to 6 months.
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How to Cook with Lemongrass
Recipes, pairings, substitutes, and professional tips
Cooking Tips
Bash the stalk with a knife to release its oils before adding to curries; use only the tender lower 10cm; remove before serving as tough fibers are inedible.
Best Pairings
coconut milkkaffir lime leavesgalangalfish saucechili
Substitutes
Lemon zest + a little ginger; kaffir lime leaves (for aromatic Thai flavors)
Nutrition & Health Benefits
The nutritional profile and health properties of Lemongrass
Nutrition Highlights
calories
99 kcal per 100g
key_nutrients
Citral, limonene, folate, iron, vitamin C, antioxidants
Quick Facts
Categoryherbs
OriginSoutheast Asia
Seasonyear-round
DifficultyEasy
Health Benefits
Contains citral with anti-inflammatory and antifungal properties; traditionally used for anxiety relief and to aid sleep; diuretic.
Lemongrass Photos
5 photos showcasing Lemongrass in its many forms
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Lemongrass
herbs
OriginSoutheast Asia
Seasonyear-round
DifficultyEasy
Flavor Notes
Citrusyfloralgingery
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Pairs Well With
coconut milkkaffir lime leavesgalangalfish saucechili
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