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Shaped like a traditional molcajete--the stone vessel used since ancient times for grinding or crushing spices and other ingredients--this mortar and pestle set is meant to be used as a bowl, a saucer or as a decorative accent that will certainly make a statement.
Crafted from volcanic basalt by the artisans of the Comonfort Group in Mexico, the molcajete needs to be "cured" before using to eliminate any stone residues. This can be done by placing a few dried beans, corn or rice in the bowl and grinding them with the pestle until pulverized. Allow the pulverized grain to sit for 15 minutes, hand-wash the bowl, let it dry and then it will be ready to use.
- 8.26 kgs
- 18.2 lbs
- Bowl: 12 cm H x 20.5 cm W x 20.5 cm D
- Bowl: 4.7" H x 8" W x 8" D
- 24 cm H x 7 cm Diam.
- 9.5" H x 2.8" Diam.
- Basalt
- Food safe
- Hand wash only
- Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
- Natural stone - some variations in color and/or pattern are to be expected
- Made in Mexico.
- Certified and shipped by our office in Mexico
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Lorianne
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07/13/2023
"Used every day"
This is beautifully made and holds up well to everyday use - whether for spices or to make guacamole as I was shown in Mexico City.
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Virginia
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07/07/2023
"Perfect Size"
Beautifully made and the perfect size for a family
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Gift Occasion:
- This was a gift for: Daughter
- Occasion: 'just because'
Elizabeth
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10/18/2022
"The real deal!"
Very authentic and can t wait to give this as a gift to dear friends for Christmas. They love to cook and grinding spices in this molcajete will be a real treat!Thank you for your wonderful workmanship.
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- This was a gift for: Friend
- Occasion: Christmas
MosaicCanada
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08/29/2022
"Authentic and Very Beautiful"
Beautiful stone mortar pestle. The design is perfect and the weight is very substantial 4-5 pounds. Very nice for working with dried whole spice, herbs, and creating stone ground whole grains.
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Patti
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08/20/2022
"Grand Tradition indeed"
This beautiful molcajete arrived so well packed and was shipped so quickly.I have a smaller one that I had for years and was looking for a bigger one.After curing it I made a salsa grande! Have made beautiful guacamole in it.It truly is a unique piece.
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Jessica
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04/28/2022
"Reminds me of my grandmother"
She had a molcajete just like this one on her kitchen counter for many years. This is a terrific tool--its heavy, easy to use (once cured according to the instructions) and makes incredible guac. Ive used it many times, and its an impressive serving dish too. Im so glad to be able to support genuine artisans, and this will be a valued item in my kitchen for many years.
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