9 Surprising Things You Can Grind in Your Pepper Mill
- Szechuan Peppercorn. Yes, it’s still pepper in a pepper mill, but freshly grinding these addictive peppercorns makes their mouth-numbing potency even more potent.
- Chips.
- Spice Blends.
- Dried mushrooms.
- Freeze-dried strawberries.
- Juniper berries.
- Allspice.
What kind of pepper do you use in a grinder?
whole peppercorns
To get the best results, we recommend you to use only dry, hard, whole peppercorns that are 5 mm (1/4″) or less in diameter. Black, white and dry green peppercorns can be ground in Peugeot pepper mills. The pink berries can be ground only if in a blend (max 15% pink) with one of these other peppercorns.
Can you put red pepper in a grinder?
One of our favorite ways to preserve our peppers is to make red pepper flakes. In this simple recipe, you simply dry or dehydrate your peppers and then grind them in a food processor or coffee grinder to create chile flakes (or chile powder if you grind them fine enough).
Can you put ground pepper in a grinder?
If a recipe calls for a lot of ground pepper, you can grind a small batch quickly in an electric spice mill or inexpensive blade coffee grinder.
Can you put long pepper in a grinder?
It is possible to grind long pepper in a spice grinder, but we prefer to use a heavy pestle and mortar: it takes less time, and you can enjoy seeing the complex structure of the long pepper as it starts to break apart.
What kind of salt and pepper do you put in grinders?
Most coarse salts are best used in a grinder, providing an easy way of serving up freshly ground sea salt with a meal. Coarse salt tends to be less moisture sensitive than its finer-grained counterparts, so it resists caking, ideal for long term storage.
Can you put crushed red pepper in a pepper grinder?
Grab a pepper mill, load it up with whole coffee beans, and crank out a coarse grind. Pack your pepper mill with a mix of red pepper, dehydrated onion, and garlic flakes.
What is the difference between a pepper grinder and a pepper mill?
A pepper mill, also referred to as a pepper grinder, passes peppercorns through burrs to grind them into fragments.
How do you dry peppers for grinding?
Use a dehydrator, mesh, or wire racks, hang them, oven-dry, or just lay the peppers on the counter in very arid climates. You can cut the flesh into 1-inch (2.5 cm.) pieces and it will dry more quickly; then crush or grind the dried flesh.
What can I put in a grinder?
5 Non Spice Things You Can Grind in a Spice Grinder
- Seeds. Harder seeds such as flaxseed can be ground with the help of a simple twist grinder.
- Dried Ginger or Garlic. After dehydrating ginger or garlic, you can pop pieces into your grinder and make perfectly sized flakes.
- Sugar.
- Crisps.
- Cornflakes.
Can you put dried peppers in a pepper grinder?
This grinder is long enough to hold whole dried chilies or peppers and yield beautifully crushed pepper every time.
What spices can go in a grinder?
What Are the Best Whole Spices for Your Grinder?
- Oregano.
- Rosemary.
- Turmeric.
- Red Pepper Spices.
- Black Pepper.
What is the difference between long pepper and black pepper?
Long pepper (Piper longum) is a close relative of black pepper (Piper nigrum). As opposed to the small spheres of black pepper, the long pepper is, aptly, long and conical, with tightly-clustered peppercorns.
What are long peppers used for?
Indian long pepper is used for gastrointestinal problems, lung problems, arthritis, problems during menstruation, and many other conditions, but there is no scientific evidence to support these uses. Indian long pepper is also used to enhance how well the body absorbs other drugs.
Can you put regular salt and pepper in grinders?
Do you want it to grind pepper and coarse salt? Remember: alternating between rock salt and peppercorns can damage the grinder, so we recommend you using it for one or the other spice, but not both.
Why do people use pepper grinders?
A good pepper mill will do wonders for enhancing the flavor of your food. As a pepper mill grinds, it releases aromatic oils, giving you a superior-tasting pepper that’s a far cry from that bland, pre-ground stuff in a can.
Is there a difference between a salt grinder and pepper grinder?
The main difference is the grinding mechanism’s material. However, they can also have different shapes. At Cole & Mason, we use ceramic mechanisms for salt and carbon steel Precision+ mechanisms for pepper, so they are not interchangeable.
Where does the spring go in a pepper grinder?
Slide the spring (small-diameter end down) onto the threaded end of the shaft. The spring should slide down the shaft until it is against the core.
Is a pepper grinder different to a salt grinder?
The short answer is yes, as anyone who has ever tried to grind pepper in a salt grinder (that would be me) can attest. And the difference lies in the grinding mechanism or more accurately, in the material it is made from.
How do you grind jalapeno peppers?
Now that you have completely dehydrated jalapenos, you are ready to grind them into a powder. This step is simple. Properly dried peppers are just asking to become powder. Simply put them into a blender and pulse until your powder reaches the desired consistency.
Can you grind cinnamon in a pepper grinder?
Depending on the pepper mill’s material and grinding mechanism, you can grind small and uniformly shaped spices in a pepper mill. For example, cardamom seeds are great in a pepper grinder, but you’ll need a spice grinder for cinnamon sticks.