Vasconia 5031764 4-Cup Granite Molcajete Mortar and Pestle

Vasconia 5031764 4-Cup Granite Molcajete Mortar and Pestle

Q: How often do you have to cure and season it? (The top review makes it sound as if you have to spend days of work to prevent recipes from tasting like

I season mine three times a year with mineral oil. You don't want to use any cooking oil for it can turn rancid. I heat mine in the oven for about 20 minutes at 250 degrees. I take out (it will be hot so be careful). I set it on a heat resistant surface. I pour enough mineral oil into the vessel to cover the bottom. I take a few paper towels and wipe the interior and the exterior and let it sit overnight. The next morning, I take more towels and wipe off the excess and it is ready to use again. Hope this helps!

Q: Is this solid granite? It looks suspiciously like ground granite mixed with concrete.

We just got one of these for my wife for her birthday. It is absolutely a concrete and granite blend. Very well-made, heavy duty, with a good surface finish. I would think that the composite will hold up well unless used for grinding some thing really hard. Haven’t used it yet but wanted to leave an answer here since I couldn’t tell from the other posts what the deal was. Very, very clearly not solid granite. Will try to remember to leave a post after we use it a while and speak to the longevity of the blend. One point of caution for those interested, please do not put this in the dishwasher. The detergent and heat could weaken the surface and it would be more likely that the granite pieces could come loose over time. It does look amazing and just like the pictures. And that pestle is huge. Like two racket balls stuck together. Regards.

Q: Where is this product made?

There is no indication on the box specifying the country of manufacturing. However, Vasconia is a long established company in Mexico. Their website indicates "In 1991, Vasconia and its primary competitor, Ekco, joined forces to emerge as the pre-eminent supplier of cookware in Mexico". Also, "In 2007, Ekco purchased IMASA, its largest competitor, and also partnered with Lifetime Brands to offer authentic Hispanic cookware, utensils & gadgets and cutlery under the Vasconia brand to the U.S. market."So I assume this item is still made in Mexico but can find no information other than that quoted above. It is a great product though! We use ours at least once per week & love it.

Q: How long is the pestle?

The pestle (el tejolote) is fairly short, prolly about 4" or so, not much longer. You will get a little bit of mashed avocado on your finger tips when you use it, but it's not a problem. I'm not so sure that these things are standardized and each one might be a little different because the one in the picture is different from the one that came with my molcajete. Mine is hourglass shaped and the one end is only very slightly smaller than the other end. I always look closely at it to make sure to always use the correct end for grinding and the other end for holding it. But it's pretty easy to tell them apart now that I have been using it for so long. The grinding end is very smooth now and it's also a lighter color than the "handle" end.

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Material
Granite
Brand
Vasconia
Finish Type
Unfinished
Capacity
4 Cups
Item dimensions L x W x H
22.4 x 23.4 x

🌿4-cup capacity

🧼easy to clean

🪨granite material

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Description

🌶️ Grind, Serve, Impress!

EASY MAINTENANCE - Hand wash for easy cleaning, ensuring your Molcajete stays pristine for every culinary adventure.
STUNNING CENTERPIECE - With its elegant granite design, this Molcajete is as beautiful on the counter as it is on the table.
DURABLE AND LONG LASTING - Made from high-quality granite, this mortar and pestle is built to withstand the test of time.
PERFECT FOR ENTERTAINING - Craft fresh salsas and guacamole that will impress your guests and elevate your gatherings.
AUTHENTIC GRINDING EXPERIENCE - Unleash your inner chef with this traditional tool for grinding spices and herbs.

The Vasconia 5031764 4-Cup Granite Molcajete Mortar and Pestle is a traditional kitchen tool designed for grinding grains, spices, and herbs. With a generous 4-cup capacity and a stunning granite finish, it serves as both a functional kitchen aid and an attractive serving piece. Measuring 3.4 inches in height and 7.9 inches in diameter, this durable mortar and pestle is easy to clean by hand, making it a must-have for any culinary enthusiast.

Specifications

Material	Granite
Brand	Vasconia
Finish Type	Unfinished
Capacity	4 Cups
Item Weight	8.9 Pounds
Item Diameter	8.8 Inches
UPC	885453854642 024131062584 887685634658 781147947402 885170727403 885273120255 885391738677 793842023299 370377717871 885209059260
Manufacturer	Vasconia
Global Trade Identification Number	00024131062584
Country of Origin	India
Item model number	5031764
ASIN	B001AVREHA

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L**E

Super grinder

Amazing product...grinds eveything into a smooth paste ..fresh marinate for fish and chicken.

19.07.2020

S**A

Fantastic Product

Fantastic Product.Arrived neatly Packaged

4.06.2020

Z**.

Very useful, & nice product .

Very handy in use day to day kitchen use . Quality of the product is very genuine. Grinding is very convenient.

17.08.2021

S**A

The quality is good but very large for home

It is very large for home use

21.06.2025

A**I

Quality issue

Quality issue. Not deep enough. When we pound any masala or chutney the stuff spils out as it is not deep enough

10.12.2024

V**L

Not.. Good

16.08.2020

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