Ceremonial Tradition Handcrafted Ceremonial Style Molcajete MortarGrupon Comonfort presents this traditional footed molcajete or stone mortar, crafted by hand from volcanic basalt. The three footed design is like those traditionally used for ceremonial purposes as well as for food preparation. The pestle, called a tejolote, is used to grind or crush the foodstuffs in the molcajete. The molcajete can also be used as a unique serving dish for salsa or guacamole. The artisans recommend that the molcajete be 'cured'