Dry Lemongrass Leaves

Dried lemongrass leaves add a lemony, floral, and herbaceous flavor to many foods and drinks, including soups, stews, sauces, marinades, curries, and seafood dishes. Lemongrass pairs well with fruits, honey, ginger, lime, and mint. Lemongrass leaves can be inhaled as aromatherapy.
Lemongrass leaves and oil are used to make medicine. Lemongrass is thought to have antioxidant properties, relieve pain and swelling, reduce fever, and improve blood sugar and cholesterol levels. Dried lemongrass leaves are commonly used to make herbal teas and other drinks. Lemongrass tea can be mixed with lemonade to give it a lemony taste. Lemongrass is used as a fragrance in soaps, cosmetics, and deodorants.