{"id":9924,"date":"2022-05-09T01:39:02","date_gmt":"2022-05-09T01:39:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/homeprime.co.uk\/?p=9924"},"modified":"2022-12-02T10:42:20","modified_gmt":"2022-12-02T10:42:20","slug":"how-to-clean-a-mortar-and-pestle","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/homeprime.co.uk\/how-to-clean-a-mortar-and-pestle\/","title":{"rendered":"Kitchen Appliance Care: How to Clean a Mortar and Pestle"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Straightforward are terms that best describe a mortar and pestle<\/a>. You can use these easy-to-use kitchen tools to grind herbs and spices for your cooking needs. They usually come in a pair \u2014 the mortar is a heavy-bottomed bowl<\/strong>, while the pestle is a heavy and elongated tool used for grinding. Note that the end of a pestle can either be flat or round.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That said, it’s worth mentioning that you should always give this unique kitchen appliance some TLC as it helps elongate its life. Well, if you’re wondering how to maintain your mortar and pestle properly, then you’re in the right place. More specifically, in this piece, we will look at how to clean a mortar and pestle. Read on!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cleaning a Mortar and Pestle: The Go-to Method<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Step 1: Rinsing With Warm Water<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

After using your mortar and pestle<\/a>, remove any ground residue as much as possible. Then rinse your mortar and pestle with plenty of water,<\/strong> as this helps maximise the efficiency of this step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 2: Adding Uncooked White Rice<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Once you’re done removing all the food debris<\/strong>, pour some dry rice into the mortar. Note that it’s always advisable to use dry white rice that will act as an abrasive sponge for this step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 3: Grinding the Rice to Powder<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Once you have added a small handful of dry rice into the bowl, it’s time to grind it to powder. Slowly apply elbow grease in a timely manner. The ground rice will act as an abrasive that will help scrape off any residue left<\/strong>. Also, it will work as an absorbing agent and remove any oily ingredients and liquid remnants from the mortar and pestle itself. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 4: Rinsing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Once you’re done grinding your rice, it’s time to dump it out and rinse both your mortar and pestle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Using warm water, thoroughly rinse both the mortar and pestle. When done, allow them to air dry<\/strong> and store them away safely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Note:<\/strong> if you own a wooden mortar and pestle, you should always season it using food-grade mineral oil that is tasteless and safe for consumption. Remember you should season them once they are both dry, as this will help prevent wrapping and cracking caused by water loss.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Can I Use Olive Oil to Season?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Yes. However, note that this only applies to wood mortar and pestle. If you prefer using any food-grade oil, here are a few points you should always keep in mind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n