How to Grind Flour at Home

There are a variety of ground flour options available at the market, but you might prefer to grind your own at home. The biggest advantage of homemade flour is that no nutrients are lost in the process and the result is a fresh flavorful product. Follow the preparation method below and then select one of the techniques to grind flour in the comfort of your home.

Things You'll Need

• Grain seeds
• Colander
• Mesh strainer
• Paper towels
• Baking sheets
• Mortar and pestle
• Manual or electric coffee mill
• Manual seed grinder
• Electric seed grinder
• Bowl

Instructions

Preparation

1. Choose the grain you want to grind into flour. Pick wheat grains, quinoa or any other variety that you prefer.

2. Place the seeds in a large colander. Rinse with running cold water to remove the powdery coating from the seeds that if not washed properly can impart a bitter taste in the flour. Use your hands to gently rub the seeds.

3. Transfer the seeds to a wire mesh strainer to remove any extra water. Spread the seeds on paper towels to absorb the remaining moisture.

4. Spread the seeds on baking sheets and let air dry completely. Place the sheets in a dry area with plenty of air circulation.

Grinding

1. Use a mortar and pestle to manually grind dry grain seeds. This method is time consuming but is among the best ways to obtain the finest quality flour. Add a small amount of seeds to the mortar at a time and crush them with a pestle in a rhythmic motion. Press the seeds against the sides of the mortar to break the grain. Continue until the seeds are finely grounded into the consistency of flour.

2. Choose a manual or electrical coffee mill to grind the flour easily. Put the grain in the mill and press the electric mill's start button or move the crank of the manual mill in a circular motion. Set the grinding level in the electrical appliance according to your preference.

3. Try a manual seed grinder. Attach the grinder to your counter top with its fitted clamp. Place an empty bowl beneath the seed grinder and pour seeds into the open mouth of the appliance. Move the handle in a circular motion to grind the grain into fine quality flour.

4. Work with an electric seed grinder. Add the grain to the compartment. Use the lid to control the movement of the blade and grind coarse or fine flour. To get a very fine flour, let the blade spin until the flour resembles a powder.