Lemongrass Fresh, citrusy lemongrass offers a clean lemon aroma and bright flavor that enhances cooking, beverages, and home fragrance. Its sturdy stalks and fibrous leaves release aromatic oils when bruised or heated, making it a practical, easy to use ingredient for everyday use. Key benefits Bright, clean flavor that lifts savory and sweet recipes without overpowering other ingredients Versatile for cooking, infusions, and home scenting, reducing the need for multiple specialty ingredients Easy to prepare: bruising, simmering, or finely chopping releases aroma and flavor quickly Suitable for fresh use or as a finishing flavor when removed after infusing Primary attributes Function: culinary flavoring and aromatic herb for infusions and household scenting Compatibility: works well in soups, curries, marinades, dressings, teas, broths, and simmered potpourri Form and texture: firm lower stalks with fibrous upper leaves that release oils when crushed or heated Performance: releases a consistent citrusy note when cooked, steeped, or muddled How to use For infusions and broths: bruise stalks, add whole to simmering liquid, and remove before serving for a clear citrus note For pastes and marinades: finely chop or pound with other aromatics to distribute flavor directly into sauces and rubs For teas and beverages: slice thin or bruise and steep in hot water to extract aroma; strain before serving if needed Practical use scenarios 1. Weeknight soup base Bruise a stalk and simmer it with stock and aromatics to add a bright citrus layer to noodle soups and broths. Remove the stalk before serving for a clean finish. 2. Quick marinade for fish or poultry Finely chop lemongrass and mix with oil, acid, and seasonings to make a fragrant marinade that penetrates proteins without masking their natural taste. 3. Citrusscented simmer pot Simmer torn leaves and stalk pieces with citrus peels and spices to gently scent a room. ingredients as aroma diminishes for continuous freshness. Preparation tips Peel away tough outer layers to access the tender inner core when chopping Use the lower, thicker portion for slicing or pounding; use leaves for infusing and tying bundles If using whole stalks for infusing, bruise the stalk first to release oils, then remove before serving This lemongrass is intended for culinary and aromatic use. Its citrusy profile and straightforward preparation make it a practical addition to kitchens and home fragrance routines.