How A Molcajete Is Made From Volcanic Rock By Stone Artisans (Canteros) In Puebla Mexico

In Puebla, Mexico, Enrique Juárez, a third generation cantero (stone artisan) carves heirloom molcajetes from volcanic basalt rock.
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[@olgarodriguez1260]

I’m 56 years old and I have my grandmother’s molcajete and I will be giving it to one of my sons when the time comes. I’m grateful for people like you that keep our traditions going strong.

[@Masienda]

Thank you for sharing such a meaningful tradition with us! It's incredibly heartwarming to hear stories of passing down cherished family heirlooms like your grandmother's molcajete. It's a privilege to play a small part in keeping those traditions alive. Wishing you and your family many more memorable moments shared around the kitchen ❤

[@TURBOMIKEIFY]

I’m not Hispanic, but when I get one and have children, I’ll ensure one of them gets it. My mother gave my sisters many cooking items. Not me, her only and oldest son. I don’t really know how to cook well.

[@RodneyCrawford75056]

Just got our order delivered today, it is absolutely stunning. It is not only useful, it is a work of art.❤

[@Masienda]

We're so happy to hear this! ❤

[@CalimehChelonia]

Looks like really hard and difficult work. Respect! The result is beautiful!

[@Masienda]

We agree!

[@jaybeaton9301]

Love Mexico and its people. God Bless!

[@JeffWhite417]

Didn't even know I wanted one of these until I watched this video. 🙂 They're delivering it next week.

[@Masienda]

Amazing, thanks for buying and hope you love it!

[@TheGman5304]

I want to buy one. How and where can I purchase one.

[@jflsdknf]

How do you like it?

[@viewer9737]

@@jflsdknf I ordered one recently and the quality is amazing. Typically you deal with balancing issues with handmade molcajetes but the ones from masienda are very sturdy and balanced

[@lilshadow7143]

Be carful when buy online they sell fake ones that use different rock material and aren’t like the original ones that are made in Mexico 🇲🇽

[@dirk3193]

This molcajete specifically is the best one I have ever had. Extemely high quality. I hope it lasts in my family for the next 100 years as Enrique mentioned! Is there a way for us to support Enrique and the others directly?

[@elijahgoines9357]

Makes me glad to have purchased from masienda, hard to find an authentic molcajete anymore. Thanks for sharing the video ordered mine today!!

[@legava1973]

¡Eso es trabajo duro! Mis respetos.

[@azuredivina]

i adore my molcajete, even if it isn't my mom's, as she still has hers. too bad my tias misplaced my abuelita's. :( i use it lots for serrano salsa, habanero salsa, guacamole, & sometimes i'll even borrow the tejolote to smash some garlic on the cutting board. great quick pro tip!

[@Masienda]

Love that - gonna try it!

[@drumbumrockyable]

Much respect to the Hispanic culture and cuisine!

[@brassen]

Un "abrazón fuerte" al pueblo mexicano, desde Brasil

[@Masienda]

Saludos! ❤

[@hburgtech]

Wow, had no idea these are so necessary. The flavor imparted from the stone is illuminating. Thanks for making this video, y gracias a Enrique. 😊

[@Masienda]

Thank you for watching!

[@helenjohnson7583]

These are hand-made for the food preparer. To prepare hand-made food! Such a good service to everyone. 🙏🏼

[@maxpinson5002]

Not so much gathering any flavors as much as a blender pulverizing and heating up vegetables/herbs with a fast blade and altering flavor in a bad way.

[@bonnietorix5818]

Thank you so much for making this video. It was so interesting and informative. I thoroughly enjoyed watching it. Thank you!

[@Masienda]

You're very welcome! We're thrilled to hear that you found the video interesting and informative. If you have any more questions or if there's anything else you'd like to learn about, feel free to let us know. Thanks for watching and enjoying the content!

[@viviansaade842]

Que belleza de trabajo. Amo mi molcajete!

[@thomass880]

What are the delicious looking things that everyone is eating around the table at the end? They look like a cross between a sope and a tostada sort of. Can you teach us how to make them? The texture and bite look unreal!

[@Masienda]

Enrique calls them gorditas -- in the centro of Puebla they're typically known as chalupas or sopes.

[@thomass880]

@@Masienda the texture of the ones your video look much better than any sope I've had before! Maybe some inspiration for a future how to video?

[@Masienda]

Love that!

[@AnaMillsaps]

Oh never mind,I just watched Rick Bayless video on how to do it. Thanks !

[@Davidgon100]

La salsa de molcajete es mejor porque machucando los ingredientes suelta mas moléculas de sabor. Y mientras una liquadora usa navajas filosas para cortarlos muy finos, pero deja las parades celulares de plantas mas intactos, soltando menos sabor.

[@Masienda]

Exacto! ❤

[@maxpinson5002]

Power tool also creates unwanted heat that changes flavors in a bad way

[@veronicamartinezmedema8273]

Beautiful work thank you for sharing. Can you please untie the dog or loosen it, it makes me nervous to see this😊

[@oscarncandi2013]

I’m in the market for a good molcajete. I love making home made salsa like mi familia did when I grew up in Mexico. He is right about about salsa doesn’t taste the same even if you use the same ingredients, same portions. Salsa always tastes better if it’s made in a molcajete.

[@Masienda]

Agree!

[@andybender9206]

Great job!!! I definitely appreciate a well made product.

[@mercedesguzman4237]

Acabo de comprar mi molcajete , gracias por sus bendecidas manos y su obra , de MEXICO 🇲🇽 para el MUNDO 🌎

[@maxpinson5002]

I've had my oldest one for about 35 years A gift from a friend from his daddy across the river. The more you use it, the better in gets. Don't forget to grind up some rice first about a half a cup at the time Good Luck

[@paulinamunoz218]

Muchas gracias Senor por favor ,busque la manera de protegerse la mano, quiza una esponja o toalla. Cuidense. Bendiciones .

[@viewer9737]

I just placed an order for a 9in molcajete with a lot of corn. I am curious if your molcajete is still made by the same manufacturer in this video? If not who is your new manufacturer?

[@Masienda]

Hi there! Yes, Enrique and his team are still crafting the beautiful molcajetes available on our website.

[@calzadachris8633]

Gracias mucho amigo

[@alanvelasquez4100]

Just bought mine all the way from AZ! Stop singing to my wallet. She is a romantic and she is just not equipped to refuse this level of poetry k? Gonna have all Masienda gear next time we knoe it...

[@Masienda]

hahah you made our day!

[@AnaMillsaps]

I just got my molcajete as a mother's day present!!! It's BEAUTIFUL!! I have a question. Do I have to cure it before use and how, please and Thank you!!

[@Masienda]

Sorry, just seeing this -- you do! We have a curing video as well, but glad you found Rick's!

[@josephguidry3540]

Yes. Use a mixture of rice, salt and pepper

[@MrRockfish01]

Is this molcajete made out of basalt stone?

[@dancers3]

eye protection please please

[@len9483]

Was thinking the same. We only have two of them. And hearing protection will stop you from flinching @ 4:50.

[@benda777nba]

Mexicans dont use that trust😂

[@AnaJimenez-qy1gk]

Qué gran trabajo

[@benda777nba]

I am fortunate that my mom gave me an extra molcajete to grind my spices and/or make the fideo soup broth part...I remember growing up that's the only thing she would let me help w the grinding of the spices w garlic mm always smelled so good!

[@Masienda]

We love this. Thank you so much for sharing 😊

[@vince2113]

Do you have a website so i can buy some?

[@Masienda]

Yes! You can find our molcajetes here: masienda.com/products/molcajete

[@felipeolivares9721]

Q precio tienen esos mocajetes

[@Masienda]

Hola! Puedes comprar nuestro molcajete directamente desde nuestro sitio web por $95 USD. masienda.com/collections/all/products/molcajete?variant=43263672582293

[@dosito86]

Was curing a new one that I bought the other day then found this video. Good stuff!

[@Masienda]

We're glad you enjoyed it ❤

[@Digital963]

Yea I’m ordering mine now

[@Masienda]

Let us know what you think! Here's our molcajete guide: masienda.com/blogs/learn/molcajete-mexican-mortar-pestle 😊

[@elvareynoso3622]

Pero esos no son de piedra volcanica, esos son de piedra regular

[@Masienda]

Incorrecto. Garantizamos que nuestros socios en Puebla, México, elaboran a mano cada molcajete con piedra volcánica. ¡Mira el video que hicimos con ellos y avísanos si tienes alguna pregunta!

[@frfsolrac77]

$95! No señor. That’s the gringo price. What’s the Latino price?

[@bobbie4904]

poor quality and substandard customer service ...... will never order from this company again

[@Masienda]

Hi Bobbie! We're so sorry to hear about your experience. We strive for top-notch quality and service. Can you please provide more details about the issue you encountered? If you haven't already, feel free to reach out to us at [e-mail] so we can address your concerns promptly.

[@barrioaudio]

Great to see these craftsmen in the spotlight. The use of electric rotary tools vastly speeds up production but also increases the risk of developing silicosis. 2:03 The personal mask should be the last line of defence, missing in their shop are other mitigation strategies such as water or vacuums. I used to be a tradesman, and I see these gentlemen as brothers in trade. Let’s keep them safe so they can continue this legacy. es.wikipedia.org/wiki/Silicosis?wprov=sfti1

[@Masienda]

We absolutely appreciate your comment and concern. We will continue to encourage and partner with Enrique and his team to take precautions to protect themselves and will encourage additional mitigation strategies.