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substitutes for lemongrass replacements for lemongrass

Substitutes & Replacements For Lemongrass In Classic Recipes

Lemongrass is seasonal and can be hard to find so we don’t always have it to hand. Here are some great replacements for lemongrass; use lime or lemon zest, kaffir lime leaves, preserved lemons, Lemon balm leaves, lemon verbena leaves or even dried lemongrass to replace the delicate citrus flavor.

uses for kaffir limes and leaves

Kaffir Limes -Great Culinary Uses & Recipes

Kaffir limes, Citrus Hystrix have many uses in native Thailand they are used for shampoo, cleaning spray, insect repellent and for skin care. The leaves are used in cooking, crushed or added whole and the peel and zest are used to make chutneys and pickles.

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