Imam Dasta (Mortar and Pestle)
スパイスの香りを解放する魔法の鉄槌！インドの台所に響く金属のビート
Description
A very heavy-duty cylindrical mortar mainly made of brass (or iron, stone) and a pestle of the same material set. An essential item for crushing whole spices.
Classification: For Hardcore Fans,Grinding Tool,Heavy-duty
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How to use
Ingredients
- Brass
- Cast iron
- Marble
Instructions
- Put dry-roasted whole spices (cardamom, cloves, black pepper etc.) or raw ginger/garlic into the Imam Dasta.
- Swing down the heavy pestle (Dasta) straight multiple times from above, utilizing metal weight to 'crush' the ingredients.
- Rather than making complete powder, coarsely grind (crush state), destroying spice cell walls to maximize aroma components.
Learn more Substitutes, pairings, tips
Key spices
None
Substitutes at Japanese supermarkets
Electric mill or Japanese mortar (aroma release differs but sub for grinding function)
Pairing
Cardamom, Black pepper, Ginger, Garlic
Trivia
[Trend] Even in modern India where electric mixers are widespread, many homes intentionally use this analog tool. While a mixer's high-speed rotation 'heat' evaporates spice aroma, Imam Dasta purely draws aroma without generating heat.
Eating tips & etiquette
[Unique Usage] When making Chai, instead of a cutting board and knife, toss ginger and cardamom into this Imam Dasta, crush boldly 'Bang! Bang!', and toss directly into the pot!
Allergen
None