Mortar and pestle (mortar)

URN: CH0055.1

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Simple name (Somali)

Mooyo/ Mooye

Simple name (English)

Mortar and pestle (mortar)

Measurements

10.0 mm (D)

0 mm (L)

11.0 mm (W)

19.0 mm (H)

Often used to make Xawaash which is used in most dishes. The most common spices used are cinnamon, cumin, coriander seeds, turmeric, peppercorns, cardamom, cloves, nutmeg and fenugreek seeds.

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