Place in a well ventilated area and allow to air dry completely.
Caring for granite mortar and pestle.
After each use thoroughly rinse your mortar and pestle with warm water.
Repeat a couple of times.
I will show you the right way to get it ready for your kitchen.
This is because the porous surface can release particles of stone and grit into your food upon first use.
Really get in there and use your arm muscles to help you work the rice into the porous surface.
Follow these steps for the best results.
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To clean stone mortar and pestles made from marble granite or lava stone use warm water and rice.
The lack of texture means.
Granite is especially prone to staining when exposed to acidic and oily foods.
Rinse the mortar and pestle in warm water until all of the soap has been removed.
Firmly grab the pestle in one hand the other should be used to support the mortar if needed.
Scrub both items with a stiff brush to remove granite dust and any particles that have become stuck on the rough outside of the mortar.
Squirt a little bit of mild dish soap on a damp sponge or washcloth and rub it gently all over the pestle as well as on the inside and outside of the mortar.
Do not use soap to clean your mortar and pestle.
Clean ceramic glass and metal alloy brass iron mortar and pestles with warm water and a rough scrub brush.
Work the rice up and around the entire inner surface of the mortar.
Before using a new mortar and pestle you must condition it.
Long lasting and nonporous marble and granite mortars and pestles provide a very hard base for grinding spices seeds and nuts as well as a smooth surface for cleaning.
Seasoning preps the surface and removes any of these particles.
Rinse the mortar and pestle in water immediately after use to minimize staining.
For bamboo and wooden mortar and pestles use a damp cloth to wipe them clean.
If you have an unseasoned mortar and pestle or one made out of granite stone then you need to season it before using.
Rinse the mortar and pestle again and pat them dry with a dishcloth.