Mortar & Pestle

Whether you’re grinding spices or whipping up guacamole, a mortar and pestle is a handy kitchen tool. Our guide offers the best mortar and pestle recipes, tips and tricks.

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Jerk-Seasoned Air-Fryer Potatoes

1 review

As a spicy food lover, this is a simple way to enjoy the Jamaican jerk flavor profile in a meatless side dish. It also works really well with any store-bought Thai curry paste. — Ben Costantino, Astoria, New York

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Pressure-Cooker Beef Short Ribs Vindaloo

My sister shared this Indian-inspired beef dish with me, and I modified it to make a pressure-cooker version. I love...


Strawberry-Basil Vinegar

The mild, fruity flavor of this strawberry vinaigrette complements any tossed salad. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin


Garlic Grilled Steaks

5 reviews

Take steak to new flavor heights by basting your choice of cuts with an amazing garlicky blend that requires only...


Chinese Five Spice

2 reviews

I regularly mix up my own spice blends, such as this Chinese five spice recipe. I make Indian and Mexican...

Italian Seasoning

2 reviews

Who needs added salt when you can give breads, pasta, spaghetti sauce and other dishes an Italian flair? Use this...


Fig-Carrot Stuffed Kabocha Squash

While searching for a new winter squash variety, I stumbled upon kabocha squash—it really wowed me. The flavor and texture...

Braised Pork with Tomatillos

4 reviews

A pork braise is a sure way to make people’s mouths water. The tomatillos in this dish offer a subtle...


Curry Powder

3 reviews

Making your own homemade curry powder is easier, and tastier, than you think! I think it's much better than any...


Orange Shrimp Mojo

2 reviews

With jalapeno, orange and avocado, this enticing entree is spicy, tangy and fresh with every bite. The sauce beautifully glazes...


Rosemary-Parmesan Popcorn

1 review

Fresh herbs and real cheese make this popcorn a homemade favorite that will make you forget about store-bought seasoning mixes....

Cumin-Roasted Carrots

2 reviews

Carrots make a super side—big on flavor and a breeze to cook. Plus, I can actually get my husband to...