Grain or Starch
Masa Harina
About This Entry
Masa harina is nixtamalized corn flour for tortillas, tamales, and pupusas — its lime-treated corn starch pairs with Mexican lagers, Tempranillo, and high-acid tropical whites.
Wine Pairing Explanation
Primary wine styles
Alternative wine styles
Why These Wines Work
Tempranillo — Masa harina nixtamal dough suits Tempranillo in tortilla and tamale starch — distinct from cornmeal grind.
Zinfandel — Masa tortilla also pairs with Zinfandel in Mexican street-food starch service.
Common Culinary Uses
- feta
- ribeye
At a Glance
Group
Processed Grains
Classification
Grains & Starches
Usage intensity
primary
Scientific name
Zea mays
Scientific Classification
- Display name
- Masa Harina
- Classification
- Grains & Starches
- Group
- Processed Grains
- Scientific name
- Zea mays
Taxonomy
- Usage intensity
- primary