Herbs, Lemongrass
Lemongrass, also called citronella or sereh, is native to Asia and a staple in Thai cuisine.
Highly aromatic, lemongrass has long, thin, gray-green leaves and a fleshy scallion-like base.
The sour-lemon flavor and fragrance of lemongrass can be attributed to citral.
The Benefits
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- Excellent Source of:
- Good Source of: Manganese
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Selecting and Storing
Store fresh lemongrass in the crisper of the refrigerator for up to one week. Dried lemongrass can be stored in a cool, dry place, away from sunlight for up to six months.
