What Is Masa Made Of?
Masa is a dough used in many traditional Latin American dishes such as tortillas, tamales, pupusas, and more. It is made from masa harina, a special type of corn flour that has undergone a process called nixtamalization. This process involves soaking and cooking the corn in an alkaline solution such as lime water, which removes the hulls and softens the corn, allowing for better digestion and nutrient absorption. The softened corn is then ground into a fine flour and mixed with water to form the masa dough.