In warm climates with plenty of sun, lemongrass grows like a weed. Such is the case in my mom’s backyard in Los Angeles, where the bushy tropical grass stands over three feet tall. If you find ...

Use lemongrass in marinades for chicken, tofu, or seafood to add flavour and fragrance. Add lemongrass to soups and broths, ...

Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté over medium heat until softened, but not brown ...

Growing demand for herbal and plant-based products has fueled investments in the lemongrass oil sector. The product’s antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and stress-relieving properties make it highly ...

Lemongrass can be bought fresh, dried or powdered. Most supermarkets stock it now, or look for it at specialist markets. If you can’t buy lemongrass, then substitute lemon zest. Lemongrass ...

If no lemongrass paste is available, use the grated zest of 1 lemon. To make the crab cakes, place the crabmeat in a large bowl with 100g/3½oz of the breadcrumbs and season with lots of salt and ...

Remove the tough outer leaves of the lemongrass, use only the pale tender portion, chop into 5cm (2 inch pieces) and slightly crush with the back of a knife. Place the chicken stock, coconut milk ...