Granite Stone Mortar and Pestle Set - Boat Shape Kharal | Hand-Carved by Bihar Artisans

Hand-carved Granite Boat Mortar and Pestle — solid granite kharal in classic boat shape, made by Bihar artisans. 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. Why granite Granite is the hardest natural stone used for mortar and pestle. Non-porous, non-toxic, food-safe, and acid-resistant — 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. Why boat shape The 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 silbatta, khalbatta, or kutne wala in different parts of India. Size guide Size Best for 6 inch / 7 inch / 8 inch Daily kitchen — masala, chutney, ginger-garlic paste, small mortar pestle for herbs 10 inch / 12 inch / 14 inch Family kitchen + home Ayurveda. Popular as 12 inch mortar and pestle for kitchen. 16 inch / 18 inch / 20 inch Serious Ayurveda practice — bhasma, churna, large herb batches. Big size kharal. 22 inch / 24 inch Ayurveda colleges, dispensaries, commercial kitchens — extra large mortar and pestle. Specifications Material: Solid granite, single piece (not joined) Shape: Boat / oval / elongated — naav khalbatta style Includes: 1 boat mortar + matching granite pestle (sota) Sizes: 6", 7", 8", 10", 12", 14", 16", 18", 20", 22", 24" Origin: Hand-crafted in Bihar by VintageBihar artisans Care instructions Wash with warm water and a stiff brush. No soap needed for granite. Air dry completely before storing. For first use: grind a tablespoon of raw rice with water once to remove any stone dust, then rinse. Ready to use. Frequently Asked Questions What is a kharal? Kharal 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. Is granite mortar and pestle safe for Ayurveda? Yes. 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. Boat shape vs round mortar — which is better? Boat 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. Do I need to season the granite mortar before use? Granite does not need seasoning. Grind raw rice with water once on first use to remove stone dust, rinse, and it's ready. How do I clean a granite mortar and pestle? Rinse 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. Difference between kharal, khalbatta, and silbatta? Kharal 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. For Ayurveda colleges, clinics, and bulk buyers We 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. Message us on WhatsApp (+91 76675 26694) for institutional pricing and freight quotes. From our workshop Every 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. The granite is sourced from quarries we've worked with for years.