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Definition of lemongrass
: 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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Snap peas, kohlrabi, and broccoli spigarello are tossed with a lemongrass dressing that stars the sour Turkish pepper urfa biber.
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If prioritizing, skip the mango barbecue—which cools the palate but is the least adventurous of the trio—and order just the jerk and the Kim-Chi with lemongrass.
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Squire also grows herbs such as lemongrass, rosemary, French sorrel and oregano.
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The Grass on the Field (gin, elderflower liqueur, lemongrass syrup, and lime juice) was herbal and savory, by far the most interesting of the bunch.
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That would be the lavender and lemongrass essential oils, both of which have antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties that can help balance oily or breakout-prone skin.
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Preparation Whisk shallot, lemongrass, chile, lime juice, orange juice, ginger, and salt in a small bowl.
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Invert onto a serving bowl and pour lemongrass-ginger soup over the top of the Cassis Royale.
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Laprise, on this night, found a most excellent loin of lamb with king eryngii mushrooms, pickled eggplant, tarragon puree, lemongrass and mint sauce.
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1801
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