The Cole & Mason Mortar & Pestle, 5" in Granite, requires seasoning before use with white rice, then garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper. Its unpolished interior and pestle tip ensure effective grinding. This granite tool is ideal for swiftly crushing spices, herbs, and more. To clean, simply rinse with warm water and air dry, avoiding soap. It measures 5 cm and weighs 4 lbs.