A Useful Tip To Make Your ‘Lesung Batu’ Last Longer

Lesung batu or mortar and pestle is an ancient kitchen utensil. We call it ancient because not many people use this tool these days, especially since advanced technology has produced a fuss-free product named blender. The food processor has helped the living quality of many housewives and chefs for centuries.

Picture: Google

But what makes some people still have this utensil in their kitchen is probably because of history. Older generations, like our grandparents and great-grandparents, used mortar and pestle. Technology wasn’t as developed before. This marbled tool was the only option they had to crush and grind ingredients.

Other than that, older generations used mortar and pestle to retain the texture of ingredients. They liked it if the onions or garlic still had a bite of crunchiness. Using a blender will blitz the ingredients finely. Maybe, it won’t taste as good.

We believe in Malaysia, at least one lesung batu is still lying around in the kitchen. Are we right, or are we right?

However, do you know that mortar and pestle are fragile? It needs to be maintained well so that it can be used for a long time. Don’t believe us? Check out this video.

Putera Purba (@zamypurba) is the founder of Sambal Nenek Purba. He uses mortar and pestle to make his signature sambal.

He bought a bigger lesung so that more sambals could be made. Therefore, his grandmother advised him to soak the mortar in water for at least 24 hours. But why? There’s no scientific explanation. Probably it’s to ensure the lesung‘s longevity.

Not only that, we learned that soaking it in water would make the lesung produce a better sound.

Afterwards, take shredded coconut and pound it in the mortar and pestle. You can grind it for as long as you want until there’s no sand-like texture on the lesung‘s surface. And voilà! Your lesung batu will last for possibly a generation to come!

Sources: TikTok Putera Purba, Netty Ah Hiyer

Adib Mohd

Recent Posts

Tous les Jours Expands in Malaysia with New Outlets at Sunway Pyramid and Sunway Velocity

Malaysian fans of delectable K-inspired baked goods will be delighted to hear that Tous Les… Read More

30 minutes ago

Stitch Lands in KL, Disney’s Blue Menace Takes Over Pavilion This School Holiday

Get ready for a school holiday filled with tropical vibes as Pavilion Kuala Lumpur transforms… Read More

42 minutes ago

Malaysia Gears Up for Southeast Asia’s First Smart City Expo, Here’s Why You Should Care

Kuala Lumpur just flipped the switch on something big. The 100-day countdown to Smart City… Read More

1 hour ago

Ejen Ali: The Movie Review, A Next-Level Win for Malaysian Animation

Ejen Ali: The Movie 2 isn’t just a sequel, it’s a bold upgrade that proves… Read More

1 hour ago

When Creativity Meets Comfort: LEGO® and IKEA Malaysia Reimagine Home Decor

When Creativity Meets Comfort: LEGO® and IKEA Malaysia Reimagine Home Decor With its latest collection… Read More

2 days ago

TCL Malaysia Opens First-Ever Brand Store at Sunway Pyramid by Vivid Concepts

TCL, a global leading consumer electronics brand, officially launched its first-ever TCL Brand Store in… Read More

2 days ago

This website uses cookies.