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Lemon Grass Root

Cymbopogon citratus (stalk) Livre de Alérgenos
Lemon Grass Root

Origem e Taxonomia

  • Família Poaceae
  • Culinária Principal Southeast Asian
  • Sazonalidade Year-Round (tropical regions), Summer (cultivated)
  • Origem Lemongrass stalk

O Que É Lemon Grass Root?

The lower, pale yellow portion of the lemongrass stalk, prized for its intense citrusy, lemony, and slightly ginger-like aroma and flavor.

Qual o Sabor de Lemon Grass Root?

Lemon Grass Root tem um sabor citrusy, lemony, ginger-like com aromas de bright citrus, green, herbal.

Sabor
Citrusy, Lemony, Ginger-like
Textura
Fibrous, Woody (if not prepared correctly)
Aroma
Bright Citrus, Green, Herbal
Acidez
Medium

Métricas Técnicas

Informação Nutricional

Por 1 stalk (39g)
Calorias99 kcal
Gordura Total0.5 g
Gordura Saturada0.1 g
Gordura Trans0 g
Colesterol0 mg
Proteína1.8 g
Carboidratos Totais25.3 g
Fibra Alimentar5 g
Açúcares Totais0 g
Cálcio65 mg
Ferro5.2 mg
Potássio494 mg

Segredo do Chef

To extract maximum flavor from lemongrass, bruise the stalk heavily with the back of a knife or a rolling pin before adding it to liquids. For finer texture, finely mince the tender inner core.

Substitutos e Proporções de Lemon Grass Root

O melhor substituto para Lemon Grass Root é Lemon Zest, usado na proporção de 1:1 (finely grated). Good for citrus aroma, lacks grassy notes.

Substitutos para Lemon Grass Root com proporções
Substituto Proporção Melhor para
Lemon Zest Melhor 1:1 (finely grated) Good for citrus aroma, lacks grassy notes.
Lime Zest 1:1 (finely grated) Similar bright citrus, also lacks grassy notes.
Ginger 1:1 (minced) For spicy, aromatic warmth, but no citrus flavor.
Kaffir Lime Leaves 2-3 leaves Offers a similar aromatic, citrusy flavor profile, different texture.

Como Escolher e Armazenar Lemon Grass Root

  1. Choose firm, green stalks with pale yellow bottoms.
  2. Avoid any stalks that are dried out, discolored, or bruised.
  3. Store in the refrigerator.

O Que Combina Bem Com Lemon Grass Root?

  • Curries
  • Soups (e.g.
  • Tom Yum)
  • Stir-fries
  • Marinades
  • Teas
  • Seafood
  • Poultry

Perguntas frequentes

Qual o sabor de Lemon Grass Root?

Citrusy, Lemony, Ginger-like Bright Citrus, Green, Herbal

Qual é um bom substituto para Lemon Grass Root?

O melhor substituto é Lemon Zest (1:1 (finely grated)). Good for citrus aroma, lacks grassy notes.

Como escolher e armazenar Lemon Grass Root?

Choose firm, green stalks with pale yellow bottoms. Avoid any stalks that are dried out, discolored, or bruised. Store in the refrigerator.

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