11/26/2022 0 Comments Molcajete salsa![]() ![]() Cooking is enough effort.” But, I promise you the extra effort is worth it. You may think, “I don’t want to make any extra effort when I cook. Molcajetes are simple to use but do require more physical effort than blenders or food processors. The need for speed or an easier cleanup wins many times. Full disclosure – I don’t always make everything in the molcajete. I guarantee that you will be able to see and taste the difference. If you need to be convinced that there is a difference in flavor, do a taste test by making two batches of the same salsa, one in the blender and one in the molcajete. Preparing food in a blender chops the food instead of grinding it which releases less flavor and gives it a different texture. The grinding action of the molcajete releases the essential oils of the ingredients you are processing which adds depth of flavor to your food. Rustic Tomato Salsa Prepared in a Molcajete Why Use a Molcajete Instead of a Blender? You certainly can make great salsa without one, but it is a nice addition to your kitchen utensil collection if you cook Mexican often. If you can’t find one locally, they are available online. There are two parts to a molcajete the mortar or base which is called the molcajete and the pestle or grinder which is called the “mano” or hand in Spanish.Ī molcajete is an integral part of a well-equipped Mexican Kitchen. Think of the molcajete as a Prehispanic blender or food processor. Molcajete – A Mortar and Pestle Made of Volcanic Stone Used for Food Preparation A Prehispanic Food ProcessorĪ molcajete is a large mortar and pestle made from volcanic stone used to prepare Mexican food, particularly salsas. ![]()
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