does this grinder effectively grinds spices,ie cloves or even fresh ginger?
916889
I wouldn't try to grind fresh ginger; this grinder is not meant for wet stuff---only dry. I haven't tried cloves, but i think there would be no problem.
916890
Only dry spices. I used to grind fresh ginger & sometimes herbs -- not a good move. Eventually the moisture gets into the interior. Use a mini food processor for fresh ginger or grind by hand (the Japanese graters with the little teeth that hold the stringy bits back are excellent) & mix your ground dry spices into it.
916891
Would not try to grind fresh ginger, ginger should be grated by hand. Dry spices work best for this type of grinder.
916892
I haven't tried cloves but I did grind whole cinnamon and it ground it to powder. I've never had fresh ground cinnamon it was so strong and I even mixed it with coffee beans for a cinnamon coffee.
916893
I've used it to grind nutmeg, and it works pretty well. You need to put more than one nut into the chamber for it to work well (and it gets pretty noisy), but it will grind it up.
916894
I agree with others on grinding fresh ginger. However, I've ground dried ginger root in the Krups, and it did a good job.
916895
Cloves and nutmeg tend to be damp when ground. Adding a little sugar or flour into the grinder helps make them easier to grind. But you definitely shouldn't try to grind fresh ginger in one of these things. You can get a cheap hand ginger grater at any store that sells Asian cooking supplies.
262817
I really don't know, I have only used it to cook on. It's easy to find either fine or coarse grind, though.
1971755
Yes, though the container is small. And of course if you use the same grinder for coffee or spices t will pick up the odors.
1983678
Yes. More so than any other grinder I've used in the past. The grinder performs well and this is not a big issue but you will most likely be cleaning up grinds that cling to the unit after you use it.
1824211
I replaced this very grinder wirh a 2nd one and to mr GREAT disappointment, they changed it! It's awful and am niw going to purchase the Evico, which I've heard fabulous things about, including it's ability to grind spices and herbs into your fine powder. You can find and read about it on Amazon. Hope this helps. :-)
821551
I have only used it for salt and pepper, but can't see why you can't used other spices. The grinding heads are ceramic and adjustable to grind size. I don't know how much it holds, at a guess around 3 to 4 tablespoons.
711607
It produces fairly finely ground pepper, like any other typical pepper mill. There is no way that I'm aware of to adjust the grind. For your purpose, you may want to purchase an inexpensive coffee grinder and use it exclusively for grinding spices and herbs.
599759
it would but at such small quantities it would not be practical this grinder is for herbs and spices. there are better larger grinders out there for grinding grains
693342
Haven't tried it, just fresh herbs. I don't think it would have a problem though, the teeth are razor sharp and grind any amount of herb in no time with a few twists
2222657
To a certain extent yes, by adjusting the knob on the top, and it is a very good pepper grinder. I put a mixture of all colors of pepper (green, red, black, yellow) and it makes for a very aromatic blend.
577218
Spices should be ground with a bladed grinder, herbs should be done by hand, and nutmeg should be ground by rasp. So - I wouldn't recommend using this burr grinder as you asked.
481853
It grinds evenly. As with any grinder, just observe the fill limit. So far, we are very pleased. It's compact and sturdy.
1019043
I read the same thing before I made the purchase. I only use it for coffee beans , so I can't attest to how it works with spices. Wish I could have been more help . Best regards�
743550
Yes you can get a fine powder. I have almost tried grinding almost every spice and it does well :)
112159
Have not used it to grind grain, sorry. But it has done well with all I have used it for.
521274
I am using mine for salt and pepper but you have to make sure that it is a fine grind, not coarse.
1130292
I have the grinder and the salt does clump in the humid weather. It still grinds okay though.