Yum Takrai (Thai lemongrass salad) is one of the obvious applications of this ingredient in Thai cuisine and it can also be found in other traditional Thai recipes such as Massaman Curry, Tom Yum Soup or home-made Thai sausages.

Fresh lemongrass is available at most large supermarkets now; otherwise, try your local Asian market to get your hands on the herb. Dried lemongrass is common, although it isn't as flavorful. Lemongrass tea is also readily available.

When shopping for fresh lemongrass, look for stalks that are green, firm, and fragrant and with outer leaves that aren't too desiccated (indicating a longer time in storage).