Lemongrass Dried Cut 1 kg

Lemongrass arrives in generous, pale gold ribbons, the dried cut pieces carrying that characteristic citrus-green scent even before they reach hot water. This is a full kilogram of the herb, sourced from Egypt, suited to someone who blends their own teas, seasons with intention, or simply likes a well-stocked pantry.

Botanical profile

Lemongrass is Cymbopogon citratus, a tall perennial grass native to tropical Asia and now cultivated widely across Africa and the Middle East. The name comes directly from its scent: a clean, bright citrus note underpinned by something faintly grassy and green, quite different from lemon peel or lemon verbena. The volatile oils responsible, primarily citral, release readily when the herb is steeped in hot water, bruised, or added to a warm liquid.

This form is cut rather than ground or whole, which gives a good balance: enough surface area to release flavour quickly in an infusion, while still being easy to strain or remove from a dish.

Culinary and infusion use

Across South and South-East Asian cooking, lemongrass is a foundational aromatic, used in Thai curries and soups, Vietnamese broths, Indonesian spice pastes, and Sri Lankan rice dishes. The cut form works well added directly to a simmering pot and removed before serving, or tied loosely in muslin for easy retrieval.

As a tisane, lemongrass makes a clean, pale yellow infusion with a bright citrus character and a mild grassy finish. It is commonly drunk on its own or blended with ginger, mint, or green tea across West Africa and the Middle East, where it has a long tradition as an everyday herbal drink. The Egyptian origin of this batch places it within that North African and Middle Eastern tisane culture, where the herb is often brewed simply with hot water and perhaps a little honey.

It also works in marinades, rice cooking water, and spiced syrups for drinks, anywhere a clean lemon note without acidity is useful.

Quality and quantity

At one kilogram, this is…

region of manufacture: Egypt ingredient: Flowers