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Title: Spice Grinder
Post by: TheBlitherer on July 04, 2008, 06:51 PM

You can get small coffee grinders such as the Braun KSM2 from almost anywhere, but what about something bigger?

If I make curry powder or garam masala, I like to make a larger quantity and this takes a long time to grind in such a small grinder.

Is there something a bit bigger? Possibly something designed for spices and not for coffee?

Thanks

Title: Re: Spice Grinder
Post by: Bobby Bhuna on July 04, 2008, 07:22 PM

Quote from: TheBlitherer on July 04, 2008, 06:51 PM

Is there something a bit bigger?

Would a blender do it? Or would that grind too coarse?

Title: Re: Spice Grinder
Post by: matt3333 on July 04, 2008, 07:55 PM

Hi
A blender would not suffice for spices, however I'm more concerned at the quantities you seem to be doing. A standard spice grinder is more than sufficient for making a reasonably large  quantity, failing this blend two or three times.
Don't forget ground spices are best used fresh so no need to make loads!
I'm sure there will be other opinions but hey ;D

Title: Re: Spice Grinder
Post by: Bobby Bhuna on July 04, 2008, 08:11 PM

Quote from: matt3333 on July 04, 2008, 07:55 PM

Hi
A blender would not suffice for spices, however I'm more concerned at the quantities you seem to be doing. A standard spice grinder is more than sufficient for making a reasonably large  quantity, failing this blend two or three times.
Don't forget ground spices are best used fresh so no need to make loads!
I'm sure there will be other opinions but hey ;D

I'm with you on this?mate.

Title: Re: Spice Grinder
Post by: Chris303 on July 04, 2008, 10:16 PM

I also agree.... if you are making more than a coffee grinder can handle then you are making way too much in advance

Title: Re: Spice Grinder
Post by: joshallen2k on July 04, 2008, 11:42 PM

Yes especially garam masala.

For me, even a coffee grinder full is too much!

-- Josh

Title: Re: Spice Grinder
Post by: Bobby Bhuna on July 05, 2008, 12:07 AM

It's true, I grind on a per curry basis - otherwise why not by pre ground?

This is especially true with more aromatic spices, like those present in GM. The freshness makes such a difference. You really should not be grinding in bulk!