Zesty Lemongrass Paste with Homemade Ginger Vinegar
In just a few simple steps, transform your garden's lemongrass into a versatile paste that elevates the flavors of your favorite dishes. Check out the video below for a visual guide on cleaning and cutting lemongrass. Additionally, learn how to repurpose the trimmed parts for herbal tea, chicken coop aromatics, and even propagate more lemongrass plants.
Equipment
Ingredients
- 15-20 Fresh lemongrass stalks
- 1/2 cup Homemade ginger vinegar check my recipe at the end
- Sea Salt
Instructions
- Cut the end of each lemongrass stalk and remove the tough outer layers.
- Slice the cleaned stalks with garden scissors (they work better than knives).
- Place the chopped lemongrass into a food processor.
- Add homemade ginger vinegar and salt to the processor.
- Run the processor for about a minute until you achieve a juicy, mushy paste.
- Use the lemongrass paste in salad dressings, ramen soup, or other recipes.
Video
Notes
- Air dry the green tops of lemongrass for herbal tea mixes.
- Utilize unwanted lemongrass parts in your chicken coop for a pleasant aroma.
- Propagate lemongrass by placing stalks in potting soil.
- Explore other lemongrass recipes, such as the Coconut Chicken with Lemongrass mentioned at the end.
- I hope this exploration of lemongrass has inspired you to savor its flavors, reap its benefits, and perhaps even try your hand at cultivating your own lemongrass empire. Your comments and feedback are the sunshine that keeps my garden growing. Until the next adventure, happy gardening and cooking!
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