Ingredient

Masa: Whole Cooked Corn

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Masa is primarily used to make tortillas, tamales, and pupusas. Manufacturers use it as …

What it is

Masa is a type of corn flour made from dried maize kernels that have been cooked and treated with an alkali solution, a process called nixtamalization. This process makes the corn more nutritious and easier to grind into a dough. The resulting dough, also called masa, is a staple in many Latin American cuisines.

Why it's used

Masa is primarily used to make tortillas, tamales, and pupusas. Manufacturers use it as a base ingredient for these traditional foods, providing a distinct corn flavor and a pliable texture essential for shaping and cooking.

Health notes

Masa is considered a whole grain and is a good source of fiber and certain nutrients. Nixtamalization increases the availability of niacin (vitamin B3) and amino acids in corn. The FDA recognizes corn as Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS). International bodies like JECFA have evaluated corn and its derivatives, but no specific health concerns are associated with typical consumption of masa.

Allergen info

Corn is not one of the nine major allergens recognized by the FDA. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Masa: Whole Cooked Corn

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Del Real LLC Cheese & Green Chili Tamales, Cheese & Green Chili Other Deli High in sodium — 30% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 230kcal 8.0Protein 15.9Fat 15.9Carbs Del Real LLC Pork Tamales In Red Sauce Other Deli High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 204kcal 6.2Protein 13.3Fat 15.9Carbs Del Real LLC Chicken In Green Sauce Other Deli High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 195kcal 8.8Protein 12.4Fat 13.3Carbs Hmb, Inc. Beef Tamales In Red Sauce, Beef In Red Sauce Prepared Wraps and Burittos High in sodium — 47% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 211kcal 3.5Protein 14.8Fat 16.9Carbs

Del Real LLC Cheese & Green Chili Tamales, Cheese & Green Chili Cheese High in sodium — 30% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 235kcal 7.1Protein 16.5Fat 16.5Carbs Del Real LLC Masa Stuffed With Birria & Cheese Pupusas, Birria & Cheese Other Deli High in sodium — 30% DV per serving 166kcal 6.9Protein 6.9Fat 20Carbs Del Real LLC Tamales Pork In Red Sauce, Tamales Prepared Wraps and Burittos High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 204kcal 6.2Protein 13.3Fat 15.9Carbs Del Real LLC Pupusas Al Pastor & Cheese Other Deli High in sodium — 24% DV per serving 180kcal 8Protein 8Fat 20Carbs Hmb, Inc. Chicken & Cheese Tamales In Red Sauce, Chicken & Cheese Prepared Wraps and Burittos High in sodium — 33% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving 218kcal 6.3Protein 14.8Fat 16.9Carbs

Del Real LLC Masa Stuffed With Carnitas And Cheese Pupusas Other Deli High in sodium — 30% DV per serving 159kcal 7.6Protein 6.9Fat 17.2Carbs

Del Real LLC Carnitas & Cheese Shredded Pork In Salsa With Mozzarella Cheese Mini Pupusas, Carnitas & Cheese Other Deli 165kcal 7.6Protein 7.6Fat 17.7Carbs

Del Real LLC Street Food Corn Masa Stuffed With Birria And Cheese Mini Pupusa, Corn Entrees, Sides & Small Meals 165kcal 6.3Protein 6.3Fat 20.2Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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