Lemon Grass Collection

Vegetables for sale at Hoi An market, Quang Nam Province, Vietnam

Lemon grass, Cymbopogon citratus, A mas of sticks, filling the frame, with one on the right hand side cut to show rings inside. Very shallow dedpth of field

Cymbopogon citratus, lemon grass
Plate 998 from the John Reeves Collection of Botanical Drawings from Canton, China. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Illustration showing a window herb garden

Assortment of herbs used as flavourings for food

Herb garden in shape of a maze

Illustration of Juniper berries and leaves on stem, green petitgrain leaf, and lemon balm stem

Cymbopogon citratus (Lemon Grass)

Steamed Prawns with Lemongrass
Fresh served seafood on Halong Bay (UNESCO World Heritage Site) cruise tour. Close-up shot of steamed fresh shrimps or prawns with lemongrass on the plate, served with herbs and sauces

Flavouring ingredients for Thai green curry credit: Marie-Louise Avery / thePictureKitchen / TopFoto

Bun Bo hue noodle soup with beef and lemon grass served in green bowl

Using kitchen knife to cut lemon grass on chopping board

Wicker basket; Sushi matt; Banana leaves; Coarse sea salt; Bamboo steamer; Chop sticks; Soba noodles; Lemon grass stalks; Wooden toothpicks; Wooden skewers; Woven table mat; Slatted wooden tray;

Two whole kaffir limes, kaffir lime leaves, sliced lime, lemon grass, and juice in juice extractor

Cari ga, chicken curry with sweet potato and carrots, with lime leaves and lemongrass, from Vietnam

Cymbopogon citratus, Lemon Grass, bruised fresh stalks, and finely cut slices on wooden board

Selection of ingredients typical for Thai cuisine, spices, seeds, herbs, aubergines, lemon grass, galangal, kaffir lime, chilli peppers

Slices of crusty white bread, topped with chopped tomatoes, two roasted sardines and stalks of lemon grass

Amok chouk, steamed curried snails with lemongrass, from Cambodia

Potted herbs including mint, thyme, sage and rosemary on patio

Selection of ingredients typical for South East Asian cuisine, spices, seeds, herbs, including ginger, galangal, lemon grass, Thai basil, pea aubergines, chilli peppers

Adding coconut milk to a soup containing chilies and lime leaves

Stalks of lemongrass on wooden cutting board, close up

Sate lilit bebek, Sumatran minced duck sate served on sticks of lemon grass

Cymbopogon citratus, Lemon Grass, six whole fresh stalks, gradually defocused

A selection of spices and fresh herbs, including thyme, mint, lemon grass, dill, basil, chives, parsley, black peppercorns, chilli powder, vanilla pods and extract

Pressing down knife blade on top of a lemon grass stalk

ingredients associated with southeast Asian food

Green sansho stem and red berries, green and red perilla leaves, lemon grass stems, green pandanus stem and leaves, and green Vap ca leaves

Stalks of lemongrass, close-up

Lemon grass, 19th-century artwork C016 / 5196
Lemon grass (Cymbopogon citratus), 19th-century artwork. This plant illustration is from the John Reeves Collection of botanical and zoological drawings from Canton, China

Lemon grass, SEM
Lemon grass. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a transverse section of Thai lemon grass (Cymbopogon flexuosus)

Assorted spices. From left to right: cinammon, salt, lemongrass, pepper, cumin, cloves

Lemongrass (Cymbopogon sp.). This perennial herb is found throughout Asia and the West Indies and is used as a flavouring in cooking

Limes and lemongrass. Limes (Citrus aurantifolia) are green citrus fruits that contain very high levels of vitamin C (ascorbic acid)

Ingredients of herbal compresses including camphor, basil and lemongrass, used to alleviate muscular pain, Philippines, Southeast Asia, Asia

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Lemon grass, also known as Cymbopogon citratus, is a versatile and aromatic herb that adds a unique flavor to various dishes. In Vietnam's Hoi An market, located in the Quang Nam Province, you can find an abundance of fresh vegetables for sale, including lemon grass. The sight of this vibrant herb piled up like a mas of sticks fills the frame with its vibrant green color. With its distinct citrusy scent and taste, it has become popular not only in Vietnamese cuisine but also worldwide. This illustrated window herb garden showcases the beauty and usefulness of growing your own lemon grass at home. Its maze-like shape adds an element of creativity to any garden. Juniper berries and leaves on stems are often used in combination with lemon grass to create delightful herbal infusions or refreshing teas. Another great companion for lemon grass is lemon balm stem which enhances its citrus notes even further. Cymbopogon citratus, commonly referred to as Lemon Grass, is not only used for culinary purposes but also plays a significant role in traditional medicine due to its potential health benefits, and is believed to have anti-inflammatory properties and aids digestion. When it comes to cooking with lemongrass, one classic dish that stands out is Steamed Prawns with Lemongrass - a tantalizing blend of flavors that will leave your taste buds craving more. Additionally, lemongrass is frequently included among the flavoring ingredients for Thai green curry – adding depth and complexity to this beloved dish. Whether you're exploring new recipes or creating your own signature dishes from scratch, incorporating lemongrass into your culinary adventures will undoubtedly elevate the flavors and transport you straight into Southeast Asia's vibrant food culture.