lemongrass
a fragrant grass used in cooking and traditional medicineCây sả thường được dùng để nấu món canh gà.
Lemongrass is often used to cook chicken soup.
informal
A tall, aromatic grass (Cymbopogon) with a lemon-like scent, commonly used as a culinary herb and in traditional medicine.
Chúng ta có thể dùng sả để làm nước sốt cho món gà.
We can use lemongrass to make sauce for the chicken.
Lemongrass is widely used in Southeast Asian, Indian, and Latin American cuisines.
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Pro Tip
Culinary Use
Lemongrass is often used in soups, curries, and marinades for its citrusy flavor.
Word Origin
From English 'lemon' + 'grass', referring to its lemon-like scent and grass-like appearance.
Usage Notes
In Vietnamese, lemongrass is commonly known as 'sả' and is a staple in many traditional dishes.
Word Breakdown
lemon
a citrus fruit
rootgrass
a type of plant
rootTừ Điển Việt Anh