Santa Barbara Organic Spice Co. Inc. only markets USDA certified organic and Fair Trade Spices.
Ceylon Lemongrass (Cymbopogo)
This ingredient has been popularized in the west by the introduction of Thai cuisine, but is widely used in Indian and Sri Lanla dishes.
It is, in fact the stalks of a tall grass and is used to bring a delicate citrus flavor to seafood soups and sauces.
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The Spicy Gourmet uses only chemical-free USDA Certified Organic Spices that contain no additives or preservatives of any kind. We purchase our spices from small organic farmer associations in Sri Lanka and from community farmers in India. Our Fair Trade status is vouched for by Trust Organic Small Farmers – an alliance for eco-ethical trade and goods.
