O Que É 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."
Qual o Sabor de 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
Informação Nutricional
Per 1 stalk (10g)Segredo do 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.
Substitutos e Proporções de Lemongrass
O melhor substituto para Lemongrass é Lemon Zest, usado na proporção de 1 tsp per 1 stalk. Provides a strong citrus note, but lacks the grassy, gingery undertones and fibrous texture.
| Substituto | Proporção | Melhor para |
|---|---|---|
| Lemon Zest Melhor | 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. |
Como Escolher e Armazenar Lemongrass
- Choose firm, pale green stalks with intact roots.
- Avoid dried-out or bruised stalks.
- Store wrapped in plastic in the refrigerator.
O Que Combina Bem Com Lemongrass?
- Coconut milk
- ginger
- garlic
- chilies
- chicken
- seafood
- tofu
- curries
- soups
- marinades
- tea.
Perguntas frequentes
Qual o sabor de Lemongrass?
Lemony, gingery, earthy, fresh, slightly floral Citrusy, herbaceous, fresh, minty
Qual é um bom substituto para Lemongrass?
O melhor substituto é Lemon Zest (1 tsp per 1 stalk). Provides a strong citrus note, but lacks the grassy, gingery undertones and fibrous texture.
Como escolher e armazenar Lemongrass?
Choose firm, pale green stalks with intact roots. Avoid dried-out or bruised stalks. Store wrapped in plastic in the refrigerator.
