Here are handy hints for handling herbs.
By: Liezl YapFor a gourmet touch, flavor and garnish dishes with herbs.
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Photography by Enrico Gutierrez | Text, Research, and Styling by Liezl Yap | Demonstration by Rachelle Santos | Props from Saizen (jar and glass)
1 Chop the leaves off, leaving only the stalks. Discard the tough outer layers.
2 Using the back of a knife, pound and bruise the lemongrass. You can also make small incisions with the blade.
3 If using in stir-fries, chop as you would any herb. If using in soups or drinks, steep stalks in liquid.