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Lemongrass is a scented grass native to South East Asia it grows in dense clumps with stems about 20cm long. Lemongrass has an intense fragrance and taste of lemon with a hint of floral ginger. Only the tender white “heart” of the stalk is used as this is not woody to eat. The whole stem can be used to infuse flavour into dishes whilst cooking but is later removed before eating. Lemongrass is used in soups, sauces, stir fries, curries, marinades and some sweet dishes.