(Note: It's possible to use the lemongrass slices as they are, but the thicker slices will be difficult to eat- your guests will end up spitting them out.)
Lemongrass - How to Use Lemongrass in Your Cooking
By Darlene Schmidt, About.com Guide
Because lemongrass is so firm and fibrous, it helps to process the slices a little further. Place the lemongrass in a food processor (or chopper) and process well on "high", OR pound for a minute or two with a pestle & mortar.
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- Choose Your Fresh Lemongrass
- Remove Tough Outer Leaves
- Cut off the Bulb
- Slice up the Lemongrass
- Reserve Upper Stalks
- Refine the Lemongrass
- Refined Lemongrass - Ready to Be Used
- Make Use of the Upper Stalk
- Cook with Your Lemongrass!
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