How to Clean Wooden Pestles & Mortars
- 1). Rinse the mortar and pestle under warm running water to remove any loose food residue.
- 2). Dampen a sponge with warm water, and add two or three drops of dish detergent.
- 3). Wash the mortar and pestle thoroughly with the sponge to remove all traces of food particles or residue.
- 4). Rinse the mortar and pestle thoroughly with warm water.
- 5). Dry the mortar and pestle with a clean towel, and allow it to fully air-dry before storing.
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