Lemongrass is an aromatic herb that belongs to the Cereal family. Its name in its composition has 2 roots: pogon - "beard", and cymbe - "prowl". This plant in Russian is also called a "shuttlebeard". Lemongrass grass is common in southeastern Asia and Australia. The most famous species are Cymbopogone flexuosus and Cymbopogone citratus.
Cymbopogone flexuosus (Kokhinkhinsky or Malabar grass) is a type of lemongrass. It grows in Thailand, Cambodia, India, Burma and Sri Lanka. The second species grows in Malaysia.
In cooking, perfumery and medicine, in most cases Cymbopogone citratus is used. Lemongrass essential oil is obtained from it .
The plant has thin stems, as well as long and narrow light green leaves with a red tint, containing essential oil. Its smell reminds slightly ginger and lemon. The substance citral is the main component of grass.
Lemongrass is a plant whose aroma is revealed in various dishes. It is actively used in Asian and Caribbean cuisines. The grass can be used fresh and dried. Finely chopping the hard stem of the plant, it can be added to a variety of dishes. If you simply knead it before use, it will secrete essential oils and juice.
Cookery
Lemongrass, a photo of which is presented in this article, is actively used in the preparation of marinades. On sale, the plant can be found in dried, fresh and canned form. The dried product is soaked 2 hours before use in water. The stems are used whole, and the roots are crushed or finely chopped.
Lemongrass is a plant that serves as a seasoning for many dishes, including: first courses, seafood and fish, roast poultry. In addition, this herb can be used as one of the ingredients for curry sauce or tea. Pieces of chopped lemongrass stem are added to the Tom Yam soup in Thai cuisine . In Malaysia's cooking, the stems of the plant are combined with other spices and coconut, and crustacean dishes are seasoned with this mixture. Lemongrass, a photo of which can be seen in this article, in Burma serves as a seasoning for lamb and beef dishes. Moreover, in Indonesia, this herb is included in the composition of sauces and marinades for fish skewers.
This plant even bakes and desserts gives an amazing taste. One pinch of chopped lemongrass replaces the same volume of lemon peel. On its basis, the Chinese are preparing "Maotai" - a classic alcoholic drink. In addition, it is used as a seasoning for meat dishes. In Africa, grass is used as a tea drink.
The medicine
Tea with the addition of this herb is an excellent remedy for colds. Asians have long known that this plant has powerful healing properties. It is used for pain in the stomach and intestines, with gas formation, as a diaphoretic.
Lemongrass is a wonderful aphrodisiac. Potions are prepared from the grass to stimulate potency and induce sexual desire.
Essential oil
This essential oil is considered a natural antiseptic, in addition, it is known as a natural natural antioxidant. Oil can be used to solve many skin problems, which is prone to inflammation and acne, used for eczema. It is also used to combat cellulite.
Psycho-expansive action
Lemongrass is a natural antidepressant. Grass raises vitality, eliminates fatigue, refreshes. In addition, it helps to improve memory and mental activity, increases efficiency and focuses. Essential oil can be used inside the car to improve driver response.
Mask for inflammation and acne
- 2 drops of lemongrass oil.
- A spoonful of almond oil.
This tool can be applied pointwise to inflammation - then it can remain on the skin for up to half an hour, or for 10 minutes on the entire face.
Pore Reduction Mask
- 2 drops of lemongrass oil.
- A spoonful of olive oil.
Apply a mixture of oils for 15 minutes on cleansed skin, then rinse with water. With regular use, the mask can reduce pores, and make the skin on the face smoother.
Washing problem skin
- 3 drops of lemongrass oil.
- Litere of water.
Rinsing the face with water and lemongrass essential oil makes it possible to get good results, and make the skin more healthy and clean. Rinse your face with such a mixture after cleansing the skin.
Anticellulite massage
- 20 drops of lemongrass oil.
- 2 tablespoons of almond oil.
In this case, almond oil is the base, and lemongrass oil is the secret component of this mixture. It will help reduce the appearance of cellulite and make the skin more even and smooth.
Lemongrass essential oil is also used to make foot baths. This will greatly reduce their sweating and eliminate odors. In addition, it can be used as a sedative for insect bites and colds for warm inhalations.