LEMONGRASS

By Coo1

Lemongrass is a reedy herb that is an essential ingredient in southeast Asian cuisine. The stalks are about 18” long with a slightly bulbous base. Once cut, lemongrass has a citrusy floral aroma similar to lemon zest or fresh ginger.

Ingredients

• Buy lemongrass at Asian markets and some grocery stores. Choose firm, pale green stalks, avoiding those that are dry or grown. To use, cut the base until purple rings begin to show, then remove the wo

Preparation

Step 1

Wrapped in plastic lemongrass will keep for 3-4 weeks in the refrigerator, or up to 6 months in the freezer.