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Lemongrass Paste

Cymbopogon citratus Allergen-Free
Lemongrass Paste

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Poaceae
  • Primary Cuisine Southeast Asian
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Lemongrass stalks

Qu'est-ce que le/la/l'Lemongrass Paste ?

A convenient, minced paste of lemongrass stalks, often blended with oil, salt, and ginger, used for aromatic flavoring.

Quel goût a le/la/l'Lemongrass Paste ?

Le/La/L'Lemongrass Paste a un goût citrusy, ginger, earthy, mildly spicy avec des arômes bright, lemony, herbal.

Taste
Citrusy, Ginger, Earthy, Mildly Spicy
Texture
Thick, Fibrous (minced)
Aroma
Bright, Lemony, Herbal
Acidity
Low

Technical Metrics

Valeurs nutritionnelles

Per 15 g (1 tbsp)
Calories60 kcal
Total Fat2 g
Saturated Fat0.3 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein1.5 g
Total Carbohydrate10 g
Dietary Fiber2 g
Total Sugars2 g
Calcium20 mg
Iron0.5 mg
Potassium100 mg

Le secret du chef

For maximum flavor, sauté lemongrass paste briefly in oil before adding other ingredients to release its aromatics.

Substituts & Proportions pour Lemongrass Paste

Le meilleur substitut pour le/la/l'Lemongrass Paste est Fresh Lemongrass, à utiliser dans un rapport de 1 tbsp paste : 1 stalk. Best for authentic flavor, requires mincing.

Substituts pour Lemongrass Paste avec proportions
Substitut Proportion Idéal pour
Fresh Lemongrass Meilleur 1 tbsp paste : 1 stalk Best for authentic flavor, requires mincing.
Lemongrass Powder 1:0.5 powder Good for dry rubs and marinades, less fresh aroma.
Lemon Zest + Ginger 1 tsp zest + 1/2 tsp ginger Provides citrus and mild spice notes, not the same depth.
Lime Leaves (Kaffir) 2-3 leaves Adds a strong citrus-herbal note, especially to curries.

Comment choisir et conserver le/la/l'Lemongrass Paste

  1. Check ingredients for added oils or sugars.
  2. Choose brands with minimal preservatives.

Quels accords culinaires avec le/la/l'Lemongrass Paste ?

  • Coconut milk
  • chicken
  • seafood
  • curry
  • rice
  • noodles.

Questions fréquentes

Quel goût a le Lemongrass Paste ?

Citrusy, Ginger, Earthy, Mildly Spicy Bright, Lemony, Herbal

Quel est un bon substitut pour Lemongrass Paste ?

Le meilleur substitut est Fresh Lemongrass (1 tbsp paste : 1 stalk). Best for authentic flavor, requires mincing.

Comment choisir et conserver le Lemongrass Paste ?

Check ingredients for added oils or sugars. Choose brands with minimal preservatives.

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