{"product_id":"granite-boat","title":"Granite Stone Mortar and Pestle Set - Boat Shape Kharal | Hand-Carved by Bihar Artisans","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHand-carved Granite Boat Mortar and Pestle — solid granite kharal in classic boat shape, made by Bihar artisans.\u003c\/strong\u003e Used in Indian kitchens and Ayurveda practice for centuries, the boat-shaped mortar and pestle (also called naav khalbatta, kundi sota, or khalwa yantra) is built for grinding spices, herbs, chutneys, and Ayurvedic medicines. Available in 11 sizes from 6 inch to 24 inch — daily kitchen, home Ayurveda, or institutional bulk grinding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy granite\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGranite is the hardest natural stone used for mortar and pestle. \u003cstrong\u003eNon-porous, non-toxic, food-safe, and acid-resistant\u003c\/strong\u003e — it won't absorb oils or odours and won't react with lemon, tamarind, or tomato. Compared to soapstone or marble mortar pestle sets, granite holds up to decades of daily grinding without wear. Trusted by Ayurveda colleges and dispensaries for bhasma, churna, and herb preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy boat shape\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe elongated boat-shaped bowl is faster than a round mortar for chutneys, ginger-garlic paste, masala for biryani, and Ayurvedic churna. The pestle has more sweep area, ingredients don't clump in corners, and the heavy base stays put. The traditional and most practical shape for Indian cooking — popular as \u003cem\u003esilbatta\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003ekhalbatta\u003c\/em\u003e, or \u003cem\u003ekutne wala\u003c\/em\u003e in different parts of India.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSize guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSize\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBest for\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 inch \/ 7 inch \/ 8 inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDaily kitchen — masala, chutney, ginger-garlic paste, small mortar pestle for herbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 inch \/ 12 inch \/ 14 inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFamily kitchen + home Ayurveda. Popular as 12 inch mortar and pestle for kitchen.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16 inch \/ 18 inch \/ 20 inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSerious Ayurveda practice — bhasma, churna, large herb batches. Big size kharal.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e22 inch \/ 24 inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAyurveda colleges, dispensaries, commercial kitchens — extra large mortar and pestle.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Solid granite, single piece (not joined)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Boat \/ oval \/ elongated — naav khalbatta style\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 boat mortar + matching granite pestle (sota)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSizes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6\", 7\", 8\", 10\", 12\", 14\", 16\", 18\", 20\", 22\", 24\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-crafted in Bihar by VintageBihar artisans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCare instructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWash with warm water and a stiff brush. No soap needed for granite.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAir dry completely before storing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFor first use: grind a tablespoon of raw rice with water once to remove any stone dust, then rinse. Ready to use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a kharal?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nKharal is the Hindi and Sanskrit term for mortar and pestle used in Ayurveda and Indian kitchens. The bowl is the kharal; the grinding rod is the sota or musal. Together, kharal-sota is used for grinding herbs, spices, and Ayurvedic medicines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs granite mortar and pestle safe for Ayurveda?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes. Granite is non-porous, non-toxic, and chemically inert. It does not react with herbs, oils, or acidic preparations. Granite kharals are widely used in Ayurveda colleges and dispensaries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBoat shape vs round mortar — which is better?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nBoat shape is faster for chutneys, pastes, and longer-batch grinding because the pestle has more sweep area. Round mortars work better for small dry spices only. For Indian cooking and Ayurveda use, boat shape is the traditional and more practical choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need to season the granite mortar before use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nGranite does not need seasoning. Grind raw rice with water once on first use to remove stone dust, rinse, and it's ready.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I clean a granite mortar and pestle?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nRinse with warm water and scrub with a stiff brush. Soap is not needed — granite is non-porous and won't absorb residue. Air dry fully before storing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifference between kharal, khalbatta, and silbatta?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nKharal and khalbatta are boat or bowl-shaped mortars used with a pestle (held vertically). Silbatta is a flat grinding stone with a roller (used horizontally). This product is a kharal — boat-shaped, vertical pestle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFor Ayurveda colleges, clinics, and bulk buyers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe supply Ayurveda colleges, dispensaries, and commercial kitchens across India with bulk granite mortars. Special pricing on 5+ units. Sizes 18\", 20\", 22\", and 24\" are most popular for institutional bhasma and churna preparation. \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/917667526694\"\u003eMessage us on WhatsApp (+91 76675 26694)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e for institutional pricing and freight quotes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrom our workshop\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery Granite Boat Mortar is hand-carved by VintageBihar artisans in Bihar — no two are identical. Small variations in shape, weight, and finish are signs of authentic handwork. 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