Priority Chef Heavy Duty Large 2 Cup Mortar and Pestle Set,100% Granite, Non Slip Base, Make Fresh Guacamole, Salsa, Pesto, Stone Grinder Bowl, Herb Crusher, Spice Grinder, 6.3 Inch Size, Black

This is a wonderful product due to its large capacity (4 cups) and substantial weight (both the mortar and the pestle). Crushing, grinding, and pulverizing whatever herbs, spices or vegetables you're working with makes a very material difference from chopping or mincing by hand or in a food processor (all of the juices are retained). I've had a mortar and pestle for years but never used it much because it was of small capacity and rather light weight and didn't really do much other than crush very small quantities of seeds. This one is a whole different experience entirely. I broke it in making a batch of guacamole. The garlic and cilantro simply disappeared into a lovely paste. No need to chop beforehand at all. It didn't do as well with the serrano peppers so I will continue to grate those into the mortar. Finally the avocadoes were not particularly ripe but this device turned them into a lovely smooth texture with ease. I will definitely be using this quite a bit. Again, I didn't realize what I was missing since I didn't have a mortar and pestle of this weight, capacity and quality. I definitely recommend it.

This mortar and pestle set is crafted from solid, unpolished granite, providing a durable and heavy-duty tool for grinding spices, herbs, and more. The 1.5-cup capacity is ample for preparing various recipes, and the rough interior surface ensures efficient grinding.The set includes thoughtful additions like non-slip countertop protectors to prevent scratches and a BPA-free silicone garlic peeler, enhancing its practicality. While the initial seasoning process requires some effort, the results are well worth it.Overall, this mortar and pestle set offers excellent value for its quality and functionality.

The mortar and pestle is an affordable and convenient way to make nut butter. Peanuts and cashews mash up quickly without much hassle. Almonds and pistachios take a bit more energy but definitely worth the effort. Nut butter is so much better homemade!

It works well, I bought it mainly to smash avacado to spread it in a toast in the morning. I used to do it with fork and got tired how long it takes if avacado is not super soft. I’m short on time in the mornings, so this is a great improvement in efficiency for me. Don’t forget to prep it per instructions. I lost a piece of paper with the instructions, but found plenty of videos on YouTube.

Why did you pick this product vs others?:I love the item I use every day cooking

Love how it works. It is the perfect size to work with! I use it to prepare garlic for my garlic butter. One major problem was the pestle rolling off the counter one time and it broke. I glued it back together. Luckily I don't need to be too hard with it. The set cleans up with ease!

This item has been a game changer for me in the kitchen, especially with guacamole and pico de gallo making. It was easy to prep and reliable to use for more than a year. It is heavy: I believe it will last a lifetime, but also it can be awkward if you want to tilt it with one hand to transfer contents to a bowl. To me, this is worth it because it’s large enough to hold a batch of guacamole made with three large avocados. It’s so beautiful that I leave it out on the kitchen counter.

Large enough to serve out salsa or guacamole out of.I ordered the black one that also looks good.