Is your Karter Scientific Mortar &amp; Pestle (2.5-inch) safe for or recommended for kitchen use? I need a small one for crushing spices for baking.
230726
Absolutely perfect for small amount of spices or herbs. This is little smaller than a cup and can be easily 'cupped' in the hand for crushing or held on counter. Great little appliance.
968488
This particular size has worked well for me. I was hesitant to order this size but did so because I felt the weight would help stabilize the mortar while working with the pestle to crush and grind. This size has proven to be most useful whether making either small or large batches.
968489
I guess it is all personal preferences. It is depend on what do you want in your kitchen- look, size, quality, material e.t.c. With this one you get everything in one. If you don't have much space on your counter-top go with one size smaller otherwise get this 3-4 cup mortar and do not think of nothing else.
1600947
I wouldn't think so. It is a utensil for cooking. I believe it would be too small. Hope this helps!
183930
There is a varnish on most of the pestle, with the exception of the very end (big, grinding end), which is very rough, similar to the inside of the mortar. It allows the pestle to grind efficiently inside the mortar.
2087471
Yes. Course grind. If you want to reduce to flour consistency, I would use ceramic with broad pestle
1357709
I'd say that this could be used for salt (or pretty much any other spice). In case you consider it a better option (to complete the set), Olde Thompson has a matching salt grinder, I searched for "Olde Thompson Bavaria Salt Mill" and it's the first search result (3823-00 5 1/2" Bavaria Salt Mill). I have both of them and they have worked quite well so far.
467095
I haven't used this one for grinding spices but I do have a Krups that I use and it works great. I don't see why this one wouldn't work.
195615
I used mine to crush and make a nice granular batch of chai mixed spices. It took a while, mainly because I was using it incorrectly. My son corrected my next effort and it did a quicker job. I was grinding/crushing coriander seed. I didn't get a powder so can't say if anyone else with more knowledge or experience could do better. It was a coarse product at the end much the texture of instant coffee crystals. This was my first mortar and pestle, so I was a complete novice.
968490
I had the same question and looks like the seller suggests the 2+ cup 7" size as most popular for households. However they have also mentioned that the 3+ cup 8" is their most popular size. Check out their website - http://importfood.com/mortarpestle.html
2258497
I have two of these grinders. I use one to grind fennel seed, and the other one I keep free to use on various spices and herbs. There is a crushing action in the way that the ceramic blade works, and that may be why the maker named the product "crushgrind". However, I think it is an excellent grinder for dry, whole spices or peppercorns. For true crushing action I use my mortar and pestle. I hope this helps answer your question.
602347
sorry have never bought those spices. I use mine to store a set of measuring cups. The 1 cup fits in perfect sideways.
525204
Thanks for the info! I broke my old 1 1/2 quart corningware -- and didn't realize the new stuff wasn't safe on the stove top. Why did they change a good thing?
1038335
It is 4" but the important thing to understand about the pestle is that either end of the pestle is usable. It feels very good in your hand and produces less muscle stress than the tapered pestle that you may be used to. I absolutely love this mortar & pestle set. It easily grinds fresh garlic into a smooth paste with can be difficult with other mortar & pestle sets.
1382129
I have a shield that I bought for my 4.5 qt mixer, I was very excited to get it cause I thought it would really help prevent a mess. Well.... if you just want it for pouring in liquids then I guess it's a great tool. If you want it to prevent stuff (i.e flour) from flying out, then you are wasting your money. It is not a tight fit and because it fits so loosely it allows splattering to occur. I don't use it near as much as I thought I would. For storage I just always keep it on top of the bowl in between uses. When I use the bowl, this usually just is put to the side. So don't know if that really answered your question about it, but it is some more info to think about. I have a shield that I bought for my 4.5 qt mixer, I was very excited to get it cause I thought it would really help prevent a mess. Well.... if you just want it for pouring in liquids then I guess it's a great tool. If you want it to prevent stuff (i.e flour) from flying out, then you are wasting your money. It is not a tight fit and because it fits so loosely it allows splattering to occur. I don't use it near as much as I thought I would. For storage I just always keep it on top of the bowl in between uses. When I use the bowl, this usually just is put to the side. So don't know if that... » Read More I have a shield that I bought for my 4.5 qt mixer, I was very excited to get it cause I thought it would really help prevent a mess. Well.... if you just want it for pouring in liquids then I guess it's a great tool. If you want it to prevent stuff (i.e flour) from flying out, then you are wasting your money. It is not a tight fit and because it fits so loosely it allows splattering to occur. I don't use it near as much as I thought I would. For storage I just always keep it on top of the bowl in between uses. When I use the bowl, this usually just is put to the side. So don't know if that really answered your question about it, but it is some more info to think about. « Show Less
490359
It is designed to be a grinder not a little blender so i wouldn't risk it. Would it not be just as easy to add water.? I see you have an indian name so you are likely to have a pestle and mortar to wet-grind by hand affter dry grinding?
246179
I would say yes. This mortar and pestle is quite large and heavy so I would think it would be good for a job like that.