I am looking for a stainless steel mortar and pestle to crush my pills. I wan't a small one. Is this one small? If not, know one that is?
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"Small" is such a relative term. For crushing a single aspirin, this particular mortar might be overkill. On the other hand, it really doesn't take up much space at all and it is large enough that I wouldn't worry about having any of the ground pills spill out. It's very easy to clean and and decorative on the shelf. It seems to wear well and it's not expensive. I just now reduced two regular aspirin to the consistency of powdered sugar in 15 seconds. The bowl is about 3.5 inches wide and 2 inches deep. It holds 7 oz (liquid). Outside, it's 3.5 inches tall and 4 inches wide. The pestle is 5.25 inches long and easily fits my hand. "Small" is such a relative term. For crushing a single aspirin, this particular mortar might be overkill. On the other hand, it really doesn't take up much space at all and it is large enough that I wouldn't worry about having any of the ground pills spill out. It's very easy to clean and and decorative on the shelf. It seems to wear well and it's not expensive. I just now reduced two regular aspirin to the consistency of powdered sugar in 15 seconds. The bowl is about 3.5 inches wide and 2 inches deep. It holds 7 oz (liquid). Outside, it's 3.5 inches tall and 4 inches wide. The... » Read More "Small" is such a relative term. For crushing a single aspirin, this particular mortar might be overkill. On the other hand, it really doesn't take up much space at all and it is large enough that I wouldn't worry about having any of the ground pills spill out. It's very easy to clean and and decorative on the shelf. It seems to wear well and it's not expensive. I just now reduced two regular aspirin to the consistency of powdered sugar in 15 seconds. The bowl is about 3.5 inches wide and 2 inches deep. It holds 7 oz (liquid). Outside, it's 3.5 inches tall and 4 inches wide. The pestle is 5.25 inches long and easily fits my hand. « Show Less
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I like it and wanted a smaller one. the opening across the top is about 3.5 inches. (check with your physician/pharmacist first, some pills should not be crushed and dangerous if taken that way). thanks
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It will effectively crush pills but the lining is not perfectly smooth, not mine anyway.
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"Small" is such a relative term. For crushing a single aspirin, this particular mortar might be overkill. On the other hand, it really doesn't take up much space at all and it is large enough that I wouldn't worry about having any of the ground pills spill out. It's very easy to clean and and decorative on the shelf. It seems to wear well and it's not expensive. I just now reduced two regular aspirin to the consistency of powdered sugar in 15 seconds. The bowl is about 3.5 inches wide and 2 inches deep. It holds 7 oz (liquid). Outside, it's 3.5 inches tall and 4 inches wide. The pestle is 5.25 inches long and easily fits my hand.
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I would not consider this small. Inside bowl is 2" deep. It has a rubber bottom and is weighted so it is very stable. I really like it. If I has to grind up a pill I would choose this size. Since the bowl is deep enough to keep the medicine in. I agree that it is not a smooth and you could be loosing part of your dosage.
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The mortar and pestle is meant for grinding spices, not making salsa or other wet ingredients. You should use something else for that.
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I bought a tiny stainless steel dog dish... couple of dollars and it works well. Kind of weird idea though. Don't buy the ones with the rubber bottoms.
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It is designed to be a grinder not a little blender so i wouldn't risk it. Would it not be just as easy to add water.? I see you have an indian name so you are likely to have a pestle and mortar to wet-grind by hand affter dry grinding?
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Hi Francie,Yes, this is an awesome size for grinding small amounts of spices or seeds. However, I have never tried flax seeds, so can't really comment on them specifically. I love this little mortar and pestle. Just the right size for keeping handy by the stovetop and it is really lovely to look at.
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It says was the mortar and pestle, before use,use rice to remove specks of sand. Use vegetable oil inside the mortar and pestle. I'm writing this from memory, as I can't find my instructions but followed it. I hope I was of some help.Any further information contact the seller.But these were the steps, I followed. Best regards.
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I gave this mortar and pestle as a gift so cannot answer questions about it. I do know that she likes to use it for guacamole.
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The pestle is 4 inches and the same size on both ends. This is not a tapered pestle. It is easy to grasp and feels comfortable in the hand.
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Ms. Rein, There is a cooking grid that might work for you. 19 1/4 x 10 1/16 item number 59151 if you are looking form porcelain steel (sold individually) Please let us know if we can be of any other assistance. TheBBQDepot
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It says was the mortar and pestle, before use,use rice to remove specks of sand. Use vegetable oil inside the mortar and pestle. I'm writing this from memory, as I can't find my instructions but followed it. I hope I was of some help. Any further information contact the seller. But these were the steps, I followed. Best regards.
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Thanks for asking!! I'm looking for a little steel pan for exactly the same reason!
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I don't think this would be what you are looking for. Have you tried a coffee grinder? I'm thinking one of those mortar and pestle might be the solution, but a real pain in the butt.
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No Rosaline...This is not stainless steel...wish I knew too...This is not sitting in one corner of my kitchen....I got stainless steel Hawkins which is "Hawkins Stainless Steel Pressure Cooker by Hawkins " and this is stainless steel. Hawkins also launched it's future stainless steel brand which is very good quality stainless steel too but they don't have 2 litres of that brand I guess. But the one I typed earlier is stainless steel. I got it yesterday and it is good. Way better than Presto. I can guarantee but don't the buy the Contura.
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I agree with other post: that this is too big. A "rice cutter" would be smaller and easier to manage. Japanese sickle sold on Amazon is one I use;needs tension on the plant stems by other hand --would that maybe be of some use? I really like Japanese sickle,
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I sent the bowl that I had back to the seller. The bowl is glazed on the outside and the upper rim; but, the surface texture is too rough in my opinion. In time, a person my be able to grind down the inner surface to make it smoother. I discovered that I can use one of my Corel dessert plates and the back of a spoon to grind pills very fine. For my purposes, though, the medication doesn't need to be superfine since I'm mixing it with my cat's food. My concern was the same as yours.
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Absolutely perfect for small amount of spices or herbs. This is little smaller than a cup and can be easily 'cupped' in the hand for crushing or held on counter. Great little appliance.
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It's definitely a mini idli maker. Mini because it makes smaller idlis. May be the reviewer might have used one of smaller pots. Because I used a pressure cooker, I had no problem.