Named for its intense lemon scent, lemongrass is a tropical perennial plant growing in sunny, humid climates. Lemongrass pairs well with ginger, coconut, garlic, shallot and chili pepper.
Essential in Thai and Vietnamese cuisine, it pleasantly flavors soups, curry dishes, sauces and fish.
It can also be used in the form of refreshing tea. Its dried leaves are also widely used in Malaysian, Indonesian and Chinese cuisines for fish marinades or grilled meats.
