Making Nixtamal at Home: A Step-by-Step Guide to Unlocking the Flavor and Nutritional Benefits of Ancient Mesoamerican Cuisine

Nixtamal is a cornerstone of Mesoamerican cuisine, particularly in Mexican and Central American cooking, where corn is not just a staple but a cultural and culinary icon. The process of making nixtamal involves treating corn with an alkaline solution, typically limewater, to remove the hulls and make the corn more easily grindable into masa for … Read more