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Lemongrass

For enthusiasts of Indonesian cuisine, this ingredient is no stranger! In fact, it is an important seasoning in most Eastern dishes. Lemongrass is a plant from the grass family and is also called sereh. It gets this name from the fresh lemon scent that comes from the stem’s juice. 

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ORIGIN

Lemongrass is native to temperate tropical regions such as Asia, Indonesia and Thailand. 

 

TASTE

As the name suggests, lemongrass has a distinct lemon flavour. This flavour is fresh and bright, similar to the aroma of fresh lemons. Lemongrass also has a slight ginger-like undertone. It is a popular seasoning in Asian cuisines, especially in soups, curries and stews.curry's en stoofschotels gebruikt. 

USE AND PREPARATION

Lemongrass is not eaten raw, but always cooked or stewed. You can use it in many different dishes. For instance, it is a delicious seasoning in wok dishes, curries, stews or in a marinade. The fresh flavour also makes it an exceptionally tasty ingredient in tea or fresh smoothies. 

 

STORAGE ADVICE

Lemongrass will keep in a perforated bag in the fridge for at least a week, or freeze it for up to 6 months. 

 

EXOTIC TIP!

If you buy lemongrass at home, it is important to pay attention to the colour. Lemongrass should be white to yellow in colour and it especially should not look dried out. 

HEALTH BENEFITS OF LEMONGRASS

Lemongrass is good for your health, packed with vitamins and minerals, such as Vitamin A and C and calcium, magnesium and, iron.  

ORIGIN

Lemongrass is native to temperate tropical regions such as Asia, Indonesia and Thailand. 

 

TASTE

As the name suggests, lemongrass has a distinct lemon flavour. This flavour is fresh and bright, similar to the aroma of fresh lemons. Lemongrass also has a slight ginger-like undertone. It is a popular seasoning in Asian cuisines, especially in soups, curries and stews.curry's en stoofschotels gebruikt. 

USE AND PREPARATION

Lemongrass is not eaten raw, but always cooked or stewed. You can use it in many different dishes. For instance, it is a delicious seasoning in wok dishes, curries, stews or in a marinade. The fresh flavour also makes it an exceptionally tasty ingredient in tea or fresh smoothies. 

 

STORAGE ADVICE

Lemongrass will keep in a perforated bag in the fridge for at least a week, or freeze it for up to 6 months. 

 

EXOTIC TIP!

If you buy lemongrass at home, it is important to pay attention to the colour. Lemongrass should be white to yellow in colour and it especially should not look dried out. 

HEALTH BENEFITS OF LEMONGRASS

Lemongrass is good for your health, packed with vitamins and minerals, such as Vitamin A and C and calcium, magnesium and, iron.  

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Nutritional value

Energy (kcal)99 kcal
Energy (kJ)414 kJ
Fat0,5 g
of which saturated0,1 g
Carbohydrates25,3 g
of which sugars25,3 g
Fibre5 g
Protein1,8 g
Natrium0 mg
Vitamine B1175 µg

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Wat kun je doen met citroengras?
Tip 1
To release the flavour, chop the stalks into pieces if you use lemongrass in stir-fry dishes, for example.
Tip 2
Crunch the stalks if you use lemongrass in, for example, stews. If you add crushed lemongrass to your dishes for a long time, it will release even more of its flavour.
Tip 3
When you cut the lower part of the stalk very finely, you can use lemongrass in a curry or a salad and eat it.

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