Pestle and mortar come in a set as they need each other to function! Most Malaysians’ households would have at least one set of pestle and mortar since most of our dishes required crushed ingredients in our cuisines. You can use it to crush nuts, pound garlic into a paste, smash ginger or chilies to infuse flavour and more!
Here are some of the benefits of using a pestle and mortar!
- To release flavours and aroma of cooking ingredients.
- To smoothly and easily crush your ingredients.
- Affordable and does not need electricity to function.
- Can last for a long period of time.
- Safer to use than blenders as there are no sharp blades.
Now let us continue with the ten best pestles and mortars you can get in Malaysia!
1. UGold Stone Mortar And Pestle Set

UGold Stone Mortar And Pestle Set works well for grinding chillies, grains, nuts, spices, and herbs, as well as blending sauces and ‘sambal’. It is the classic type of pestle and mortar which has been used since ages. It is very durable and sturdy to use as it is made from natural granite stone.
Material: Nature Granite Stone
Country of Origin: China
Size Available: 14.5 cm, 16 cm and 17.5 cm
Price: RM26.00 (17.5 cm)
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
2. Mini ABS Kitchen Mortar and Pestle

The Mini ABS Kitchen Mortar and Pestle has a small size which makes it easy to be brought around to suit your daily needs. It is made of high-quality plastic material that is sturdy enough to crush garlic, nuts and other ingredients. You can also use it to make ‘belacan’ and ‘sambal’.
Material: ABS
Country of Origin: Not Stated
Size Available: 10 cm and 11 cm
Price: RM7.99 (11 cm)
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
3. Lovemibaby Pestle and Mortar Set

Lovemibaby Pestle and Mortar Set is made from high quality 304 stainless steel to prevent corrosion and rusting. It is made with a no joints design for extra hygiene and easy cleaning. The non-slip base ensures secure placement of the mortar. It also comes with a plastic lid to reduce mess.
Material: 304 Stainless Steel
Country of Origin: Not Stated
Size Available: 18.8 x 9.2 cm
Price: RM24.80
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
4. Porcelain Mortar and Pestle Set

Make your own salad dressings, dips, seasonings, and condiments with the Porcelain Mortar and Pestle Set. It has all the functionality you’ll need for effortless bashing and grinding. For better grinding, the interior is unpolished and rough. It also has a bamboo handle and a bamboo coaster that doubles as a lid.
Material: Porcelain
Country of Origin: Not Stated
Size Available: 1.9 x 4.8” and 3.8 x 4.6”
Price: RM39.90
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
5. Jamie Oliver Pestle And Mortar

Crush and ground herbs and make dressings in this large Jamie Oliver Pestle And Mortar. It is produced from long-lasting granite with a gleaming gloss. For optimum crushing and grinding, the end of the pestle and the inside of the mortar are left unpolished. It’s the ideal tool for crushing and grinding spices.
Material: Granite
Country of Origin: United Kingdom
Size Available: 16 cm
Price: RM309.00
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
6. Ikea Original Ädelsten Hard Marble Pestle and Mortar

Ikea Original Ädelsten Hard Marble Pestle and Mortar is made of firm stone as it can efficiently grind spices. This pestle and mortar is extra sturdy and durable for long-term use. Since the mortar is reversible, you can crush spices on both sides.
Material: Marble
Country of Origin: Sweden
Size Available: 10 x 14 cm
Price: RM63.00
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
7. Bamboo Mortar And Pestle

Garlic, ginger, herbs, spices, and fruit can be easily crushed with the Bamboo Mortar And Pestle which gives you the freshest flavour in your cuisines. The grinder isn’t just for cooking ingredients; it can also be used to grind vitamins and tablets. It is made of long-lasting, and corrosion-resistant natural high-quality bamboo.
Material: Bamboo
Country of Origin: China
Size Available: 11 x 11.8 cm
Price: RM22.69
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
8. Pinktopia Pink Mortar and Pestle

Pinktopia Pink Mortar and Pestle is a set of garlic grinding tools that includes a mortar and pestle which is made of high-quality materials to last a long time. It is made with exquisite workmanship, round and smooth edges and will not hurt your hands.
Material: Ceramic Body with Solid Wood Mortar
Country of Origin: Not Stated
Size Available: 11.5 x 11.5 x 10.0 cm
Price: RM29.90
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
9. Brass Saffron Mortar And Pestle

Brass Saffron Mortar And Pestle is an elegant and unique-looking mortar and pestle. It is made of durable and sturdy brass material that can be used to crush all different types of ingredients. It has an ergonomic handle and a round ended mortar.
Material: Brass
Country of Origin: Not Stated
Size Available: 4.8 x 4 x 6.5 cm
Price: RM19.90
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
check price on shopee10. Sweejar Ceramic Mortar and Pestle Set

Sweejar Ceramic Mortar and Pestle Set is ergonomically designed to save time and effort. The capacity of 300 ml allows you to crush ample amounts of food in one go! Professional-grade ceramics are used to make this product. It is very long-lasting and capable of accompanying you for over ten years.
Material: Ceramic
Country of Origin: China
Size Available: 12.5 dx 12.2 cm
Price: RM34.90
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
Note: This list was compiled by the team at My Weekend Plan after extensive research and shared opinions to suggest helpful recommendations for the public. More Top 10s in Malaysia are waiting to be discovered, if you have any other great suggestions too, please email us [email protected] The sequence of brands is in no particular order.