Superfine Lemongrass Powder Xiang Mao Cao 500g Culinary Herbal Powder for Cooking and Seasoning

Superfine Lemongrass Powder, known in TCM as Xiang Mao Cao (香茅草), from Cymbopogon species, a dried grass herb milled from the whole aerial plant. In TCM tradition, lemongrass is considered acrid and warm and is traditionally associated with dispersing wind and dampness and supporting digestion. This finely ground culinary powder is suitable for cooking, seasoning, and herbal blends. Store sealed in a cool dry place and use as directed by a qualified practitioner.

Key Selling Points

• Single-ingredient lemongrass powder with no additives
• Known in TCM as Xiang Mao Cao (香茅草)
• Low-temperature milling preserves natural aroma and color
• Superfine texture blends easily into dishes and drinks
• Sourced from Sichuan with 24-month shelf life

Quality & Sensory

Typically pale yellow-green in color with a fine, free-flowing texture. The powder carries a fresh citrus-lemon aroma typical of lemongrass, and when cooked or steeped it imparts a light lemony flavor with warm herbal undertones.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Stir into soups, curries, and marinades for citrus aroma
• Blend into herbal teas and infusions
• Mix into congee or rice dishes during cooking
• Use in baking and seasoning blends

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Xiang Mao Cao is traditionally associated with dispelling wind and dampness, harmonizing the stomach, and supporting comfortable digestion. Folk use includes adding lemongrass to decoctions, soups, and daily teas, often paired with ginger or other aromatic herbs. It is also a common culinary herb in Southeast Asian and Yunnan-style cooking.

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