Cole & Mason Granite 14cm Mortar & Pestle

Every aspect of the design has been considered to make pounding and grinding as easy as possibleThis solid granite pestle & mortar by Cole & Mason has a bowl diameter of 14cm making it ideal for creating and serving freshly made wet or dry mixes, pastes or sauces. The profile of the mortar is shaped to be comfortably cupped in the hand and the heavy-weight base makes it easy to use with even the toughest of ingredients.The inside of the mortar and the end of the pestle have been left unpolished to assist with the breaking down of ingredients whilst the exterior surfaces have been lightly polished to allow the natural beauty of the granite to shine through. It is easy to see why this ancient and traditional kitchen tool is a must-have for professional chefs and enthusiastic home cooks alike.Make your own hummus, salsa or guacamole by combining freshly muddled herbs, garlic and seasoning before adding your remaining ingredients. Once ready, take the mortar straight to the table and serve with tortilla chips or crudites. If youre not a dip fan why not try making your own unique BBQ rub or curry powder by grinding your favourite whole spices.Beautiful to use and to look at, pestles and mortars in granite deliver versatility for the cook who likes to grind and mix their own fresh and dry ingredients. Try lightly toasting the spices first in a dry pan for a few minutes to help release even more flavour from their natural oils. The large deep bowl is ideal for making large batches of your favourite spice blends to store and use at a later date.Made from superior black granite for style and durability, this hard-wearing pestle & mortar is ideal for use with wet and dry ingredients.Features:Diameter of 14cmSolid graniteLarge deep bowlinside of the mortar and the end of the pestle have been left unpolished to assist with the breaking down of ingredientsShaped to be comfortably cupped in the handThe heavy-weight base makes it easy to use with even the toughest of ingredients.This product is covered by a 2-year warranty. Please retain your receipt for proof of purchase. Accidental breakage, poor care and damage from misuse are not covered