tjhowse

Where do y'all #australians buy #masa? I got a little bag from the IGA to make fresh tortillas. Now I'm addicted to fresh corn tortillas but these little bags aren't very economical, and I don't like the plastic packaging.

Woolies sell polenta, which isn't the same, apparently.

#cooking #tortilla

Jun 16 at 6:16amWeb
Show threadoscarfalcon6d ago

@tj

BTW try to find a product called MASECA, it's definitely a top product (better than red mill) and I am sure you can find it in Australia.

Show threadtjhowse6d ago
@oscarfalcon This looks to fit the bill? https://www.hispanicpantry.com.au/products/blue-corn-flour-maseca-1kg?_pos=1&_sid=5c4ff979b&_ss=r
Blue Corn Flour (Maseca Masa Harina) 1kg

Show threadoscarfalcon6d ago

@tj

It's the product that delivers. Recommended if it's fresh, buy it if you find it.

Show threadoscarfalcon6d ago
@tj
I see they also carry Minsa brand flour, great product as well.
Show threadoscarfalcon6d ago

@tj

Strange they only carry the blue corn variety of Maseca and not the yellow one. Maybe they have trouble allocating some for import. But the blue corn flour will not disappoint.

Show threadBrad6d ago
@tj I'm not sure how helpful this'll be. We used to buy "Masa Lista", which I believe is the same thing under a different name, rather than a brand. I can't recall exactly where we got it but I suspect it might've been some nondescript "international" grocer. I _think_ this is the brand we used to buy: https://importedmexicanfoods.com/product/masa-lista-2/. We haven't got the tortilla press out for a very long time, it's such a good way to have them!
Masa Lista

Make It Easy with Masa Lista! Enjoy the authentic taste of homemade tortillas, pupusas, and tamales with Masa Lista! Our pre-cooked corn flour is designed for quick and effortless preparation, so you can spend less time in the kitchen and more time enjoying every bite. ✨ Why Choose Masa Lista? ✅ Pre-cooked for easy mixing and

Imported Mexican Foods
Show threadAsh-Miw-Re6d ago
@tj In a real pinch, you can find online instructions to nixtamalize the polenta, thus basically turning it into masa. It's not ideal as this should be done before the corn is ground, and it's an extra step, but it is a possibility.
Show threadMaria Jordan5d ago

@tj Usually grocery stores catering to whatever cuisine you are making have the ingredients for a lot less than a mainstream grocery store.

Off the topic: I really like Bob's Red Mill because the products are good, Bob made the company employee owned, and it is a B Corporation (ie., has high ethical standards).