¿Qué es 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."
¿A qué sabe 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
Información Nutricional
Per 1 stalk (10g)El Secreto del Chef
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.
Sustitutos y Proporciones de Lemongrass
El mejor sustituto para Lemongrass es Lemon Zest, usado en una proporción de 1 tsp per 1 stalk. Provides a strong citrus note, but lacks the grassy, gingery undertones and fibrous texture.
| Sustituto | Proporción | Mejor para |
|---|---|---|
| Lemon Zest Mejor | 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. |
Cómo Elegir y Almacenar Lemongrass
- Choose firm, pale green stalks with intact roots.
- Avoid dried-out or bruised stalks.
- Store wrapped in plastic in the refrigerator.
¿Con Qué Combina Bien Lemongrass?
- Coconut milk
- ginger
- garlic
- chilies
- chicken
- seafood
- tofu
- curries
- soups
- marinades
- tea.
Preguntas frecuentes
¿A qué sabe Lemongrass?
Lemony, gingery, earthy, fresh, slightly floral Citrusy, herbaceous, fresh, minty
¿Cuál es un buen sustituto para Lemongrass?
El mejor sustituto es Lemon Zest (1 tsp per 1 stalk). Provides a strong citrus note, but lacks the grassy, gingery undertones and fibrous texture.
¿Cómo eliges y almacenas Lemongrass?
Choose firm, pale green stalks with intact roots. Avoid dried-out or bruised stalks. Store wrapped in plastic in the refrigerator.
