If you have been cooking with fresh herbs and spices, chances are you’re annoyed with the process of finely chopping herbs for your dishes. Dried herbs and spices do not present this problem because they already come finely minced or chopped.
However, when you are turning out large batches of food for a special occasion, the task of mincing becomes almost overwhelming. To prepare your herbs properly to the texture you desire, you most often make use of a cutting board and a sharp knife. For those with inadequate knives, poor cutting skills or individuals who have difficulty holding a knife the option of a herb mill is a pleasant alternative.
If you would like to use a machine that automates this process, an herb mill may be appropriate. This herb mill uses a concept similar to a grinder. A herb mill is simple to operate. As with a grinder, the ingredients are placed into a container at located at the top of the machine and then the handle is turned to process the material. The herbs needing chopping will pass through the appliance’s blades as you are turning the handle, collecting into a holding area below.
These machines can also be referred to as an herb grinder, spice mill, or even an electric herb mill. The electric version is similar to a blender, in that it is push button remote, and not dependent upon turning the handle like a crank.
There are many companies which manufacture these herb mills and you will find a wide variety in your favorite home store. Prices will vary among the many different brands available for you to choose from.
Ask yourself how often you will actually use an herb mill in your cooking before you purchase one. After judging the amount of utilization, then take into consideration the model and price that matches the need. If the herb mill is not something that will be used in a steady, regular manner, you may want to purchase a less expensive manual crank version.
