Lemongrass Powder, Cymbopogon citratus, is also called dried lemongrass, powdered lemongrass or dehydrated lemongrass. 

Lemongrass is used primarily in Indonesian, Malaysian, Sri Lankan, Thai and Vietnamese cuisine. This aromatic herb is also found in some Caribbean recipes, and its popularity in the US has grown rapidly in the last 15 years. 

Businesses that frequently purchase Lemongrass Powder are American and chicken restaurants; catering companies; independent spice shops; olive oil shops; breweries, seasoning companies and companies that manufacture dressings ramen, salt, sauces and subscriptions.

Flavor Profile

Lemongrass Powder is tart and breezy with lemon-pepper notes along that enhance mint and ginger tones.

How To Use

Lemongrass Powder shines in Asian-inspired recipes. Try it in a Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken Noodle Bowl or tossed into the marinade for a Spicy Thai Beef Salad. Blend this into the seasoning mix for a fragrant One Pot Vietnamese Beef Stew. Or use it to make a herbaceous Thai Basil Chicken Soup. If you want to try a fusion twist on a fish taco, try these Grilled Tangerine Hibiscus Mahi Mahi Tacos with Chile-lime Mango Slaw.

Lemongrass Powder is commonly used in teas, soups, and curries. It is also suitable for use with beef, chicken, fish, and seafood. 

The light lemon flavor of Lemongrass Powder works well in combination with basil, chili powder, cilantro, cinnamon, cloves, coconut milk, galangal, garlic, ginger and turmeric.