Cleaning Granite Mortar And Pestle

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Cleaning granite mortar and pestle.

If i m making pesto in it there has to be some way to get the oily residue off. How do i clean the mortar and pestle then. How to use a mortar and pestle. I heard that one shouldn t wash a granite mortar and pestle with soap because the soap water will permeate into the rock and contaminate whatever you grind next.

For bamboo and wooden mortar and pestles use a damp cloth to wipe them clean. You can use a towel or damp mild sponge to clean up the new granite mortar and pestle. Repeat the grinding brushing and washing processes until the rice retains its white color. A good cloth with your warm water and unscented detergent will work a great deal in the cleaning of your new grinding tool afterwards thoroughly rinse your new granite mortar and pestle in warm water to remove all evidence of scented soap remaining in it.

After each use thoroughly rinse your mortar and pestle with warm water. To clean stone mortar and pestles made from marble granite or lava stone use warm water and rice. The most important things to remember when cleaning a volcanic rock mortar and pestle is to avoid using soap and let it dry completely before storing it. Follow these steps for the best results.

After the grinding process use a clean brush to remove the grey paste on both the mortar and the pestle. Place them in a sink and wash off all the remains components of the paste before placing another set of rice and water. Rinse the mortar and pestle again and pat them dry with a dishcloth. Place in a well ventilated area and allow to air dry completely.