Lemongrass Substitutes

Are you looking for the best substitutes for lemongrass? Here are 4 alternatives for when you don’t have any lemongrass on hand.

WHAT IS LEMONGRASS

Lemongrass is a perennial herb. It is a type of grass with long leaves resembling stalks or seagrass.

WHAT DOES LEMONGRASS TASTE LIKE?

Lemongrass has a distinct herbal citrusy flavor with hints of ginger.  This herb is subtly sweet, sour, woodsy, and earthy, and it adds complexity to dishes.

BEST LEMONGRASS SUBSTITUTE FOR COOKING

LEMON

Lemon zest is a terrific lemongrass alternative because it won’t overpower your dish the way lemon juice might.

Native to South America, lemon verbena is popular in its own right in culinary traditions. In fact, some people prefer lemon verbena over lemongrass because its citrus-like leaves are less bitter than lemongrass.

LEMON VERBENA

Sometimes known as “balm mint,” lemon balm is part of the mint family of herbs. Many people use this herb in teas, soups, and salads.

LEMON BALM

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