LEMONGRASS OIL

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A fragrant oil that can be used in a multitude of recipes. Try sautéing seasoned scallops or shrimp, a finishing touch to risotto, add to marinades, use to stir-fry, add to homemade salad dressings, etc.

Provided by gailanng

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 10m

Yield 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 cup canola oil
4 fresh lemongrass, bottom stalk and bulbous end
4 black peppercorns (optional)

Steps:

  • Place oil in a saucepan. Use a heavy knife or mallet to smash the lemongrass stalks to bits and coarsely chop the bulbous end; add it to the oil with the peppercorns. Bring to a boil.
  • Remove from heat, cool for about 3-4 hours and strain through cheesecloth into a bottle; refrigerate. Will keep for 2 weeks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1927.1, Fat 218, SaturatedFat 16.1

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