lemongrass
noun
lem·on·grass
ˈle-mən-ˌgras 
: a grass (Cymbopogon citratus) of robust habit native to southern India and Ceylon that is grown in tropical regions for its lemon-scented foliage used as a seasoning and that is the source of an aromatic essential oil
also
: its foliage
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Get the recipe > Beef Rendang A stick-to-your-ribs Indonesian staple, this succulent number calls for slowly simmering beef in a rich coconutty sauce seasoned with aromatic lemongrass and makrut lime leaves.
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Megan Zhang, Saveur, 16 Jan. 2025
Enjoy luscious libations that feature elements like fragrant lemongrass, fresh tamarind or Bali’s arak, each one showcasing the innovative skills of the bartenders.
—Sandra MacGregor, Forbes, 14 Jan. 2025
While the aromatics are cooking, bruise the lemongrass with the back of a knife and add it to the pot with the lime leaves and curry paste.
—Luke Fortney, New York Times, 9 Jan. 2025
To make the iconic soup, prawns are boiled with distinctive ingredients like lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, galangal root, and shallots, according to UNESCO; its hallmark is its wide range of tastes, including sweet, sour, savory, spicy, creamy, and slightly bitter.
—Jessica Puckett, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Dec. 2024
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Megan Zhang, Saveur, 16 Jan. 2025
Enjoy luscious libations that feature elements like fragrant lemongrass, fresh tamarind or Bali’s arak, each one showcasing the innovative skills of the bartenders.
—Sandra MacGregor, Forbes, 14 Jan. 2025
While the aromatics are cooking, bruise the lemongrass with the back of a knife and add it to the pot with the lime leaves and curry paste.
—Luke Fortney, New York Times, 9 Jan. 2025
To make the iconic soup, prawns are boiled with distinctive ingredients like lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, galangal root, and shallots, according to UNESCO; its hallmark is its wide range of tastes, including sweet, sour, savory, spicy, creamy, and slightly bitter.
—Jessica Puckett, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Dec. 2024
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“Lemongrass.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lemongrass. Accessed 27 Jan. 2025.
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