Mortar Sizes

A mortar is utilized for mincing herbs and spices. To grind the food in the mortar, a pestle is used. The pestle is the club shaped instrument used to pound the food in the container.

Dimensions of Mortar: BIA Cordon Bleu

The BIA Cordon Bleu mortar measures 10.2 x 4.2 x 5 inches and weighs 1.4 lbs. The mortar is designed for crushing herbs, spices and various nuts. The mortar and pestle are made from porcelain.

The pestle is contoured to provide a comfortable grip. The container can hold a cup. Both are nonporous. They do not stain or absorb food aromas and stains.

The white glaze encompasses the whole structure except the low interior of the mortar. The pestle is also smooth except for the lowest third. These parts are textured so it can assist in the grinding.

Dimensions of Mortar: Harold Import Company Mortar Set

The Harold Import Company Set has three mortars. They measure 2.5 inches, 3.5 inches and 4.5 inches respectively. All are made of porcelain and have separate pestles.

All three can be used for grinding and powdering herbs, nuts, roots and other food. The mortars can also be used for crushing vitamins and other pills. The bottom of the mortar is contoured so it stays in place.

The pestle head is designed in the same way. The mortar does not absorb odors and it is safe to use in a dishwasher. The porcelain inside is not glazed to make grinding easier.

Dimensions of Mortar: Fox Run

The Fox Run mortar measures 4 x 4 x 4 inches. The mortar and pestle are both constructed from marble. The mortar has a solid feel to it and is used for powdering nuts, herbs and different kinds of roots.

The mortar can be used to mince peppercorns too. The mortar and pestle can extract the flavors from spices more efficiently than when it is milled. Dried herbs can be crushed with ease.

The mortar is not porous, so the taste and smells of the food dot not get stuck to the bowl. The mortar can be cleaned in a dishwasher or hand washed. The container is cleaned with soap and water; detergent is not necessary.

Dimensions of Mortar: RSVP

The RSVP mortar is 4 inches wide and 2 inches deep. The capacity is 2 oz. The pestle is 5 inches long. The mortar and pestle can grind various types of herbs, nuts and food.

Both the mortar and pestle are made of white marble. The mortar sports a contemporary design so it can fit with other kitchen utensils. Even when pounding heavily, the mortar does not release any dust or chalk.

The mortar is cleaned by hand washing. The design of the mortar prevents it from absorbing the oil from the grinded herbs.

The dimensions of a mortar are deliberately diverse because cooks and chefs have very unique needs. Some may prefer the smaller ones while others like large containers. Whichever size you pick, you need to be certain it is nonporous.