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Or Lam

Or Lam is a fragrant Lao beef stew with lemongrass, galangal, eggplant, and mushrooms, thickened with toasted sticky rice powder and finished with dill and holy basil. Traditionally served with sticky rice.

🇱🇦 Laos$$

Guavaberry Lemongrass Tart

A silky guavaberry-infused tart that layers lemongrass- and lime-scented pastry cream in a tender sweet crust, finished with guavaberry jam and a whisper of sea salt. Bright, tropical, and aromatic with a refined liqueur note.

🇸🇽 Sint Maarten$$$

Chotda Bengpe

Chotda Bengpe is a vibrant Thai-inspired dish featuring succulent shrimp cooked in a fragrant coconut milk base, infused with lemongrass and galangal, and brightened by pineapple and lime for a refreshing culinary experience.

🇬🇺 Guam$$

Lemon Grass Vodka Pepper

Lemon Grass Vodka Pepper is a unique and flavorful dish that combines the aromatic essence of lemongrass with a zesty vodka marinade, infusing chicken with a delightful blend of savory and citrusy notes. Perfect for an adventurous dinner.

🇸🇱 Sierra Leone$$

Sngao Moan Soam

Sngao Moan Soam is a traditional Cambodian soup characterized by its fragrant broth infused with lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, and spices, delivering a light and refreshing flavor ideal for any meal.

🇰🇭 Cambodia$$

Lemongrass Rice Fusion

Lemongrass Rice Fusion is a fragrant and flavorful dish combining aromatic lemongrass and creamy coconut milk, enhanced with ginger, garlic, and lime for a refreshing twist.

🇹🇭 Thailand$

Hue Spice Temptation

Hue Spice Temptation is a vibrant and aromatic shrimp dish inspired by the flavors of Vietnam, combining spices like lemongrass, chili, and turmeric with creamy coconut milk to create a delightful sensory experience.

🇻🇳 Hue, Vietnam$$

Kiamba Kanga

Kiamba Kanga is a vibrant and aromatic chicken dish hailing from the coastal regions, featuring succulent chicken simmered in a fragrant coconut milk sauce, infused with lemongrass, garlic, and warming spices.

🇬🇦 Gabon$$

Hanoi Frostbite Tingle

Hanoi Frostbite Tingle is a refreshing Vietnamese-inspired dish featuring tender chicken simmered in aromatic coconut milk with lemongrass, ginger, and chili, served over rice noodles with fresh herbs and crunchy peanuts.

🇻🇳 Hanoi, Vietnam$$

Hue Yogurt Fusion

Hue Yogurt Fusion is a delightful twist on traditional Vietnamese flavors, combining creamy yogurt with the tang of lime and the aromatic fragrance of lemongrass and garlic-infused prawns. Perfect for an exotic dinner with a fresh, vibrant touch.