This week’s guest is Jorge Gaviria, founder of Masienda, and author of the new book Masa. On the show, you’re going to get the Masienda origin story, and find out why it all started with the corn. Jorge explains nixtimalization, which is the process of turning corn into masa, and how to nixtamilaze and grind your own corn at home.

For those who just want to buy the masa harina, I asked him about water temperature, hydration, and the differences between the corn types. We also talk about brand partnerships, as Masienda has teamed up with companies like Jacobsen Salt Co., Made In, and Hayden Flour Mills.

But I f there’s anything I would like you to get out of this episode, it’s that making tortillas at home is so easy. If you love tacos and Mexican food you should order a bag of Masienda masa harina right now.

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