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Product Description
Victoria offers a wide range of cast iron products. Craftsmanship meets durability in this hand grain mill that stands the test of time.
Dimensions: 557 cm³ o 0.557 L
Weight: 4Kg
High-quality materials: Verzinntes Gusseisen
100% made in Colombia.
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What makes us unique
Ergonomic design
Circular economy
Healthier
Versatile heat sources
Natural non-stick properties
100% recycled iron
Vorteile von Gusseisen
- Geeignet für verschiedene Wärmequellen wie Backöfen, Lagerfeuer, Induktions-, Glaskeramik-, Gas- und Elektroherde.
- Hält über Generationen hinweg.
- Speichert die Wärme und verteilt sie gleichmäßig, was ein perfektes Garen von Fleisch garantiert.
- Die natürliche Antihaftbeschichtung entsteht durch das Einbrennen und die richtige Pflege. Bei Einhaltung beider Prozesse verbessern sich die Antihaft-Eigenschaften schrittweise.
Cast iron recipes
Knowing you’re getting a very much manual grinder here i rate this high. I can grind nixtamalized corn in this much faster than using a metate. That being said it needs a second pass for Mexican tortillas. I’ve made a few pounds of top notch tortillas from several varieties of maiz. Probably takes me about an hour to process a lb of maiz taking my time.
This little inexpensive hand Molino produced about as fine as possible at home masa. Masienda has an electric Molino for around $2000..and while tempting, I do not make enough masa to justify buying one. I have used my meat grinder and food processor and have gotten good results. But honestly, using this little grinder gave me a nice smooth masa to make masa fina for tortillas. I added water after grinding my nixtamal, balled up for pressing and turned out some very nice pliable tortillas. I buy Masienda corn and am very happy to have the flavor of Mexico in my kitchen. this is old school cooking. Using some arm strength and a little time and planning you can get a delicious nutritious corn tortilla.
I bought this to crack corn for my yard birds, especially my cardinals, they love cracked corn. Corn kernels are very hard and they were taking a toll on my Nutri Bullet. It arrived on time. It is cast iron so it's pretty heavy. The separate pieces don't fit well in the box as you can see from the photo, however, it did arrive in an additional bigger box. The pieces have a shiny coating, which I fully expect to chip off with use. This one already had a couple chipped areas upon arrival. I really don't mind because I prefer the cast iron rustic look anyway but I will run a bag or two of dry beans through initially to encourage that coating to wear down. I don't want to feed the coating to my birds. The instructions are clear and assembly was easy, took about 15 minutes. You will need a place to mount it to the edge of a table, counter, or work bench so keep that in mind, it is not free standing. Once assembled, I gave it a whirl. I had to use some elbow grease to get the handle all the way around. Mostly I ended up rocking it back and forth to grind, which wasn't a surprise to me because I have ground corn before. It is a bit of a work out but I'm a country girl and I don't mind the effort. The task should become easier with use and oiling. If you aren't into elbow grease, spend the extra money and purchase an electric one. This is not going to give you a fine mill, like flour, it's not designed for that. But it will crack course grains. Being cast iron, it will be susceptible to rust so I know it will require cleaning and oiling. The directions are very clear about that. I gave it an overall 4 because of the 1) chipped areas, 2) the coating (I would have preferred just plain ole cast iron but couldn't find one like that) and 3) the packaging it didn't fit in. It does deserve a 5 in one area though...it cracks corn to the perfect consistency I need for my cardinals. Overall, I am very happy with it so far. I will update if that changes.
This is a great manual grinder for $40. No electricity required. Grinds wet rice into powdery flour. Had to soak the rice first. Did for about 16hr, but probably could do less. Dry grains it just cracks into small pieces. Could work as a coffee grinder for coarse grind. Would work well for outdoors.
Product arrived from Amazon US undamaged. Box was well packed and contents still in the packaging. This review is based on first impressions after unboxing only and will be updated after use.Product quality is excellent. Material feels high quality cast, no sharp edges or burrs, tin coating is excellent. Everything feels high quality. Instruction manual is well written and informative.Only thing to note is that there is a lot of metal particles on all parts, which is presumably leftover from the manufacturing process. As with all utensils and food related equipment that you buy, WASH (and thoroughly dry and oil) BEFORE FIRST USE! The instructions also state to grind something cheap (like rice or cheap beans) the first few uses to "prep" the mill to get rid of any final loose particles (which is most likely what these other reviewers see) - this should stop after the first few "prep grinds".
It's tamale season in New Mexico and this grinder is a "MUST-Have" for making masa. After messing with 2 other devices to try and take short cuts from having to put in the labor. We decided to order this grinder. Delivered in 3 days. We found it to be sturdy, easy to assemble, easy to use. The size & height of the hopper held a good amount of our blue corn. I liked the ability to make adjustments of the coarseness, which made for a perfect texture. It Performed exactly how we remember our grandparents grinders did. Overall, labor of love will make all the difference of any meal. Especially when it comes to tamales.
I am really impressed with this product. I thought $50 was a small price to pay to see if it would work for me. I had a bunch of dried corn that I saved from my garden. I grinded up 4 ears of corn and got enough corn meal to make corn bread. This only took me about 5 minutes. I think this was well worth the cost. I intend to use this product many times and am confident that it will pay for itself.
I’m so happy with my purchase arrived in great condition, I haven't tried yet.
Dislikeit is very bad because is does not work as described.
Awesome! Heavy duty single cast body. Even the hopper which is made of metal is of high quality and not flimsy. The only plastic is the guard to prevent flour from flying out the grinding wheel from the top is of good quality which is not brittle and will not break of dropped.I put this grain grinder to the test by grinding black bean and it stood up to the challenge.Because it is not made in China it is of superior quality made to last a life time.A fly wheel can replace the hand crank and a V-belt and electric motor could turn this into a home chakki (flour mill).I added the photo for comparison with my meat mincer because I was shocked to see the size of it.
This thing rusts immediately after washing it the first time.
I used it to grind cooked hominy corn for arepas. The metal started to get rusted after just one use and wash. I don't think I will be using this again. What a waste of money, time and effort. I am truly disappointed.
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Love it!!! Just what I wanted. It looks great, very well made, and the perfect size. The best product I’ve found that looks just like the one my mom and grandmother used—and now, for a great price, it’s in my kitchen 💝
I bought this manual grain mill mainly to grind roasted peanuts for my homemade bars, and I’m honestly impressed. The build quality is solid—heavy-duty cast iron that feels like it will last a lifetime. It took me a couple of tries to adjust the grind to the texture I needed, but once I figured it out, it worked perfectly.I love that it doesn’t require electricity, and it clamps really securely to my countertop. It does take some muscle to turn, but nothing too difficult. If you’re using it for nuts, corn, or grains and you’re okay with a bit of manual work, this tool is amazing.Highly recommend it for anyone doing small batch artisanal food at home like I do!
It is doing its job
It works very well, for both wet corn and dry grains.You need to grind and discard about 2 cups of rice to start.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
We tested more than a dozen different oils and fats to get the best performance right from the start. Flaxseed oil, when used correctly, has always proven to be the best oil for base coats. This is due to several factors:
1. Polymerization: Flaxseed oil is a drying oil, which means it polymerizes more easily than non-drying oils, such as grapeseed oil, another popular oil for seasoning. This property allows it to form a durable, resistant, and non-stick seasoning layer on cast iron.
2. Smoke point: Flaxseed oil has a lower smoke point (around 225°F or 107°C). While this can be a disadvantage for cooking, it is actually beneficial for the seasoning process. The lower smoke point allows the oil to polymerize at lower temperatures, creating a strong bond with the cast iron surface.
3. Fatty acid composition: Flaxseed oil is high in alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), an omega-3 fatty acid, which is relatively stable compared to the polyunsaturated fats found in grapeseed oil and other popular seasoning oils. This stability can result in a longer-lasting, more resilient seasoning on your cast iron cookware.
4. Food safety: Flaxseed oil, when properly polymerized, forms a stable and safe surface for cooking. The polymerized layer reduces the risk of oxidation and the formation of harmful free radicals during cooking, ensuring a healthier culinary experience.
Our cast iron comes high-temperature seasoned and ready to cook. Here are our recommendations:
- Hand wash and dry completely before the first use.
- It is normal for food to stick to the surface of cast iron cookware during the first few uses. To prevent this, we recommend using a small amount of cooking oil or fat until the seasoning strengthens and settles. You can use any edible fat, such as vegetable oil, nut oil, lard, or butter.
- When cooking with cast iron, it is important to use the proper temperature to prevent food from sticking. Cast iron retains heat very well, so we recommend using low or medium-low heat for most foods. Delicate foods, such as proteins, cook best on low heat.
- To protect the seasoning, we also recommend avoiding acidic foods like tomatoes, vinegar, and citrus until the seasoning has had time to develop.
- If you want to give your cast iron cookware an extra layer of seasoning, some people choose to season it one or more times before use. This is not necessary if you take good care of the cookware, but it can help create a thicker seasoning layer in less time. Ultimately, the decision is yours.
Although it can be exciting to start using your new cookware, it is important to avoid common mistakes that can damage the seasoning and cause problems when cooking. To prevent these errors, we recommend:
- If you make a mistake and rust appears or food sticks to the pan, don't worry: cast iron is durable and can be restored with proper care and maintenance. To learn more about how to re-season your cookware, check the instructions included in the packaging or on this website.
- Remember that, as long as your cast iron cookware is not broken, it can always be recovered and returned to its original state.
- With proper care and attention, your cast iron cookware will provide you with many decades of reliable use.
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