Pepper Mills Buying Guide
Cracked pepper is the perfect finishing touch to a salad 
, entrée, or whatever dish you deem in need of some extra zest. A pepper mill not only enhances a dinner dish, but many models add to the style or dècor of a kitchen or dining room.
How to Choose a Pepper Mill
- Consider your needs. Do you want one pepper mill that stands alone as a conversational piece, or do you want a set of two grinders , one for pepper and one for salt?
- Some pepper mills have the ability to grind both salt and pepper. These two-in-one pieces are great space savers, though they are often more expensive than most other types of pepper mills.
- Think about materials. Different materials convey different styles, but some materials may be more practical than others.
- Stainless steel is durable and looks nice in a contemporary or classically styled home.
- Depending on the design, wood can be stylish, traditional or even rustic. Keep in mind that wood is porous, thus it absorbs oils and liquids, which makes cleaning difficult to impossible.
- Plastic or acrylic is the most common material used to make pepper mills. It's not the most durable and it can easily crack, however, it is are easy to clean and inexpensive.
- Choose a size that is most appealing to you. Make sure you read the description of the pepper mill before buying online, because some photographs may make a pepper mill seem much larger or much smaller than it really is.
Popular Types of Pepper Mills
Pick A Pepper
Now that you've chosen your pepper mill, check out the different types of peppers that can be used to flavour your meals.
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Black Pepper This is typically the type of pepper that is used in a grinder. When the pepper plant is dried, the remaining product is called a peppercorn .Peppercorns can be black or white and are often used to add spice and flavour to many dishes around the world. |
Jalapeño Pepper This is a particularly hot brand of chili pepper that is used in various Mexican dishes and is usually for spice lovers only. This pepper is so hot that it can even cause skin irritation in some people, so eat with caution! |
Bell Pepper This is a popular type of chili pepper that comes in green ,red ,yellow and orange with flavour varying according to colour. Unlike it's jalapeno cousin, it does not produce an intense spicy taste but rather a refreshing combination of sweet and bitter. |
Cayenne Pepper This is a hot chili pepper that is often ground and used to flavour certain dishes. It can also be used whole and is popularly utilised in hot sauces . |
More Options
Besides pepper mills, there are other grinders out on the market designed for all different types of spices. Check out some ideas below!
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Mortar and Pestle If you want to use your own two hands to grind your peppers and spices, consider a mortar and pestle. It may require some extra manpower but it is an equally effective way to grind up your seasonings. |
Electric Herb/Spice/Tobacco Grinder Pollinator These grinders are powered by electricity and grind at top speeds in mere seconds. These models can even be used on tobacco and can whittle any substance down to a fine powder. |
Spice Mill This grinder can be used with various herbs and spices, not just salt and pepper. It can be made out of various materials including plastic and stainless steel. |
Wet & Dry Spice Grinder This is a heavy duty grinder that can chop everything from onions to breadcrumbs to coffee beans . It comes with a powerful motor and can usually be cleaned right in the dishwasher. |
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