Katakuchi suribachi (Japanese mortar) with surikogi pestle – white, 15 cm
€ 39,95 incl. VAT
Handcrafted Japanese mortar by Motoshige from Shimane, featuring a spout and a magnolia wood pestle. The glazed grinding grooves finely grind sesame seeds, nuts, and spices and are easy to clean. Beautiful enough to serve sauces directly on the table.
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Description
With a suribachi (mortar) and surikogi (すりこ木) has been used in Japan for centuries to grind sesame seeds, nuts, and spices into a fragrant paste. This katakuchi suribachi has a spout (katakuchi), so you can pour dressings and sauces without spilling. It is handmade by Motoshige, a small pottery workshop in Shimane that has been making mortars and graters since 1925, in collaboration with the design collective Mujun.
Features
✔ Handmade pottery – white glazed with ridges (kushi-me) on the inside for efficient grinding
✔ Pour spout – easily pour sesame dressing, goma-ae, or tare
✔ Non-slip silicone base – the mortar remains stable while grinding
✔ Magnolia wood pestle (24 cm) – sustainably harvested wood that won't damage the grooves
✔ From the Kitchen to the Table – pretty enough to serve cold sauces in
Perfect for
- Freshly ground toasted sesame seeds for goma-ae and sesame dressing
- Nuts, seeds, and spices such as sansho and shichimi
- Raw sauces, pesto, and miso marinades
- Tofu, fish, or yamaimo pastas
Maintenance
Rinse the mortar after use and clean the grooves with a brush. Do not use metal objects or scouring pads. Clean the wooden pestle immediately after use and let it dry thoroughly; do not let it soak for long periods. Let everything dry completely before storing it. Note: The silicone base may be slippery when wet.
| SKU | DW.KITCHENWARE.33 |
| Content | 1 mortar (suribachi) and 1 pestle (surikogi) |
| Color | White |
| Dimensions | Mortar 15.5 x 14.5 x 8.5 cm, pestle 24 cm |
| Weight | approx. 610 grams |
| Material | Mortar: glazed earthenware with a silicone base. Pestle: magnolia wood |
| Brand | Motoshige |
| Origin | Shimane, Japan |
| Maintenance | Hand washing is recommended. Do not let the wooden pestle soak. |
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