Grind
Crushing whole spices, peppercorns, or beans into a fine powder. Freshly ground always tastes brighter and more aromatic than pre-ground.
Used for
- black pepper
- whole spices
- coffee beans
- nuts
In the kitchen
- use a mill, mortar, or spice grinder
- grind just before using
- toast whole spices first for more depth
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