Hi. Can you grind very small seeds like chia and poppy? And flax seeds? Do you know if you can adjust the grind coarseness? Thank you!
1244333
I have only used it for pepper, but Yes, you can set the grind to quite fine.
1244334
I have only used it for course salt, but there is a burr on the bottom that tightens or loosens the grinding plate, so maybe small seeds are possible for it to grind. I know my salt comes out in very fine grains. Poppy sees are pretty tiny tho, so your guess is as good as mine.
1244335
I've only used pepper corns and haven't tried to adjust it ... sorry, I don't know the answer.
1244336
this cooks electric grinder was a total flop for me. Would not grind for beans. The company would not send a call tag when I contacted them. I ended up getting a hand held grinder a Walmart. Puts out twice the product.
1244337
You can adjust the courseness but beware the plastic housing that holds everything together cracked in multiple places
1225756
I've only used the grinder to grind black sesame seeds and peanuts. It works very well with small, hard, and dry seeds or nuts for sure. I probably would not use it to "chop" fresh wet plants like plants....
2000529
Flax seeds are best ground with a coffee grinder where it can be cleaned after. Not so easy with a pepper grinder. I wouldn't even try it.
527631
Perfect for flax seeds. Use it on my granola each morning. Note, it doesn't grind much with each twist. Takes me about 30 turns or so to get a tablespoon of ground flax seeds. Very smooth action and quality construction.
1286833
1/4 cup of coffee beans grinds nicely. More is possible since I don't take time to measure them. I just add beans and grind with no problems. I also grind flax and chia seeds. It's not real fine powder, but seeds are cheaper than powder. Good luck.
741122
All the answers below I agree with . I grind flax seeds to put in my protien drinks. The flax seeds ( and whatever I grind including coffee) always result in a smooth consistent grind. This is by far the best grinder out there. The addition of removable cups makes it easy for washing. I have had this unit for a few months now, use it constantly and have had no issues.
1011508
I grind flax seed with this grinder. It turns flax seed in to a fine pulp I use for my smoothies. I use two tablespoons of flax seeds in this grinder at a time, pulse it a few times and then run it continuously for about 10 or so seconds and the flax seeds are nicely ground.
1545285
You can adjust the settings. But if you expect very fine flour (from wheat), not sure that's possible.One person somewhere in the comments says 'yes, it's possible'.I read up on these grinders the other day and this is mainly a 'CORN' grinder, not a wheat grinder.I didn't know there was a difference :/Edit to say: I only tried mine once and it was a bit of a pain. But I don't have a stable table yet, so that's part of the problem.Check out the comments, I think the first one had some good Info.
741124
I've been using mine for just flax seeds since I purchased it and it works very well. keep your seeds in the refrigerator and use the small spice cup and lid. fill it about halfway and grind then shake it and grind again. I store the cup in the fridge as well and add them to shakes and salads.
21371
I don't know. We have only used it for flax seed and peppercorns. While it does a good job grinding flax seed, it takes way too long to grind any amount, such as a tablespoon. It works very well grinding peppercorns. Cardamom may be too big, but I don't know. I hope this helps.
1170046
I'm answering an old question, but yes, it can grind seeds. I made tahini with it the other day -- just sesame seeds and olive oil. It worked very well.
1080527
Apologies, but I have not even tried those items. I believe corn kernels would be way too big to fit in the 1.25" hopper opening. The driest grains do best as moisture makes the grinding parts turn gummy. I bet rice & tapioca would do well. I have ground Spelt, Kamut, & other wheats. For flax & teff, seeds like chia, I use my Krups coffee grinder. I do not eat corn, so am not familiar with grinding it, but I'm just thinking of the size of it & it is going to be too big to be ground by this grain grinder, in my estimation.
110189
We do not recommend using this grinder to grind flax seeds. This model can grind up to 12 tablespoons of coffee at a time.
727938
From the research that I have done, you do not need to grind them to get the full nutritional benefit. Unlike flax seeds, your body can break down the hull. They will indeed get stuck in your teeth, however. :)
1470576
I grind my flax seeds with my coffee grinder just before I use them. I feel I get the best use of them that way and they don't just go through my system unused. I use them in our morning smoothie which keeps us satisfied all morning.
602617
It does a good job on everything I've tried, but I haven't tried flaxseeds. It grinds fine as dust or coarse for pepper. Small and doesn't take a big space for storage. Sorry about not having your answer.
413512
I haven't tried. I am not sure but it might be worth a try. Many people use a coffee grinder for flaxseed (keep an extra for this unless you REALLY like coffee.)