The granite surface of this mortar and pestle seems smoother than other versions that are more obviously ridged and rough textured.
Marble mortor and pestle vs granite.
Marble and granite long lasting and nonporous marble and granite mortars and pestles provide a very hard base for grinding spices seeds and nuts as well as a smooth surface for cleaning.
Mortar and pestles come in different shapes sizes and materials.
This is a review comparison between a porcelain and granite mortar and pestle.
The traditional instrument for making guacamole and other mexican mashed and ground preparations is the mocaljete which is similar to a mortar pestle but made with a shorter pestle and out of black basalt a rough volcanic stone.
What sets this mortar and pestle apart is the silicone base.
It will just squish around and out of the bowl.
A regular mortar and pestle out of ceramic or granite will not work for a fat squishy fruit like avocado.
Traditionally used in thai cookery especially for.
Obviously i am happy with the purchase of our cole mason mortar and pestle.