Handmade Mexican Mortar and Pestle, Molcajete de Piedra Natural, Volcanic Stone, Perfect for Homemade Salsas, Guacamole (8 Inches)

Crafted by one of Mexico's most skilled artisans, this beautiful handcrafted molcajete mortar and pestle set from FESTMEX allows you to prepare authentic dishes. UNIQUE: Beautifully handcrafted from volcanic rock, each piece may have small variations due to the nature of stone carving, adding to their handmade, slightly imperfect charm. The volcanic rock from Jalisco is recognized worldwide for its exceptional properties. HEAVY AND DURABLE: The large 8" molcajete mortar with the included pestle is ideal for grinding, thanks to the natural characteristics of the volcanic rock. Its resistance to heat makes it perfect for use in the oven to cook or gratin your best dishes. VERSATILITY: Use it as a centerpiece to present your hot or cold dishes such as guacamole, cheese gratin, cuts of meat in stew, salsas, and more. It is also a useful kitchen tool to grind and crush spices, herbs, salt, coffee beans, and prepare countless authentic dishes, bringing out the full flavor and aroma of all the cooking ingredients. Included with your product are instructions on how to cure your mortar.

Molcajete Mortar measurements: 8" Diameter x 4 3/8" H, Total Weight 7.9 lbs (including pestle). Handmade bowl. GENUINE HAND CARVED IN MEXICO: Made from Natural Volcanic Rock from the Popocatepetl Volcano. USES: The volcanic stone provides the ideal grinding surface for spices or making delicious fresh Guacamole, but also pulverize nuts, seeds, ginger root and garlic and make homemade salad dressing, sauces and condiments, such as fresh mustard, pesto, salsa, chutneys and more. Widely used in pharmacies and apothecaries as well. MEASUREMENTS: Molcajete (Mortar) measures approx. 8-1/2-inch diameter by 5-inches tall; Tejolote is approx. 4-inches long with a 2-1/2-inch diameter grinding end. Includes Wooden Base (Measurements are Approximate since the Molcajetes are 100% Individually Handmade). CURING YOUR MORTERO: The mortar includes a card with easy instructions on How to Cure the Molcajete. Rest assure that these molcajetes are made to last a lifetime. The molcajete (machucador) has been used for Thousands of years as the way to crush, grind and powder herbs and dry spices. Contrary to an electric grinder or crusher, the age-old, durable, traditional manual grinding method ensures that all cooking ingredients bring out their full flavor and aroma profiles, allowing you to further control their texture and make delicious, chunk-free dishes.

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