Was ist Lemongrass?
A fragrant herb with a distinct lemony, grassy, and subtly minty aroma, widely used in Southeast Asian cuisine for its refreshing and aromatic qualities.
"Beyond its refreshing scent, lemongrass adds a subtle, earthy citrus complexity that brightens and deepens flavors simultaneously."
Wie schmeckt Lemongrass?
Lemony, gingery, earthy, fresh, slightly floral
- Taste
- Lemony, grassy, slightly gingery, refreshing
- Texture
- Fibrous (stalk), tender (inner core)
- Aroma
- Citrusy, herbaceous, fresh, minty
- Acidity
- Low
Technical Metrics
Bruising for Flavor
Bruising stalks releases 50% more essential oils
Edible Portion
Only the bottom 3-4 inches of the stalk are typically used
Freezing Shelf Life
Up to 6 months when finely chopped and frozen
Nährwertangaben
Per 1 stalk (10g)Geheimtipp des Chefs
For maximum flavor, bruise the lower, thicker part of the lemongrass stalk with the back of a knife or a rolling pin before adding to soups or curries to release its essential oils.
Lemongrass Ersatz & Verhältnisse
Der beste Ersatz für Lemongrass ist Lemon Zest, verwendet im Verhältnis 1 tsp per 1 stalk. Provides a strong citrus note, but lacks the grassy, gingery undertones and fibrous texture.
| Ersatz | Verhältnis | Am besten geeignet für |
|---|---|---|
| Lemon Zest Am besten | 1 tsp per 1 stalk | Provides a strong citrus note, but lacks the grassy, gingery undertones and fibrous texture. |
| Lime Zest & Ginger | 1 tsp lime zest + 1/2 tsp grated ginger per 1 stalk | Better approximates the complex citrus and spicy notes, but still misses the specific lemongrass aroma. |
| Cilantro Stems | 1:1 | If texture and a fresh, green note are primary, cilantro stems can offer some resemblance, but flavor is different. |
Wie man Lemongrass auswählt & lagert
- Choose firm, pale green stalks with intact roots.
- Avoid dried-out or bruised stalks.
- Store wrapped in plastic in the refrigerator.
Womit passt Lemongrass gut zusammen?
- Coconut milk
- ginger
- garlic
- chilies
- chicken
- seafood
- tofu
- curries
- soups
- marinades
- tea.
Häufig gestellte Fragen
Wie schmeckt Lemongrass?
Lemony, gingery, earthy, fresh, slightly floral Citrusy, herbaceous, fresh, minty
Was ist ein guter Ersatz für Lemongrass?
Der beste Ersatz ist Lemon Zest (1 tsp per 1 stalk). Provides a strong citrus note, but lacks the grassy, gingery undertones and fibrous texture.
Wie wählt und lagert man Lemongrass?
Choose firm, pale green stalks with intact roots. Avoid dried-out or bruised stalks. Store wrapped in plastic in the refrigerator.
