Fresh Corn Masa for Tortillas is traditional masa made from ground nixtamalized corn (maíz nixtamalizado). It is fresh corn dough with no need to rehydrate dry masa flour, making it ideal for homemade tortillas, quesadillas, sopes, gorditas, huaraches, tlacoyos, and other classic masa-based dishes.
Simply portion the fresh masa, shape or press it, and cook it on a hot comal or griddle. Use it as the base for your favorite homemade Mexican recipes.
Cold Product Shipping Notice:
This fresh masa is packed cold for freshness with gel ice packs inside a cooler or insulated foil bag.
Refrigerated products are shipped Monday through Wednesday only to help prevent weekend transit. Orders placed after Wednesday at 10:00 AM PT will ship the following Monday.
This product is shipped using expedited service even if ground shipping is selected at checkout.
What Is Nixtamalized Corn Masa?
Nixtamalized corn masa is made by cooking and soaking corn with lime, then grinding the softened corn into fresh masa. This traditional process gives the masa its characteristic corn flavor, texture, and flexibility for shaping tortillas and other Mexican foods.
What Can You Make?
- Fresh corn tortillas
- Handmade quesadillas
- Sopes
- Gorditas
- Huaraches
- Tlacoyos
- Other traditional masa-based dishes
How to Make Fresh Corn Tortillas
- Divide the fresh masa into small balls.
- Place one masa ball between two pieces of food-safe plastic or parchment.
- Press with a tortilla press until evenly flattened.
- Carefully transfer the tortilla to a hot comal or griddle.
- Cook on both sides until fully cooked and lightly toasted.
- Keep finished tortillas wrapped in a clean towel or tortilla warmer until ready to serve.
How to Make Handmade Quesadillas with Fresh Masa
- Form a portion of masa into a ball and flatten it into a tortilla.
- Add your favorite filling to one half.
- Fold the tortilla over the filling and gently press the edges to seal.
- Cook on a hot comal or griddle until the masa is cooked and lightly browned on both sides.
- Serve warm with salsa, crema, or your favorite toppings.
Product Highlights
- Fresh corn masa
- Made from ground nixtamalized corn
- No dry masa flour mixing required
- Ready to portion, shape, press, and cook
- Ideal for tortillas, quesadillas, sopes, gorditas, and more
- Ships refrigerated for freshness
Product Details
- Product: Fresh Corn Masa
- Spanish Name: Masa de Maíz Nixtamalizado
- Net Weight: 4 lb
- Type: Fresh ground nixtamalized corn masa
- Best For: Tortillas, quesadillas, sopes, gorditas, huaraches, tlacoyos, and other masa dishes
- Preparation: Portion, shape, and cook
- Storage: Keep refrigerated
- Shipping: Refrigerated / expedited
- Shipping Days: Monday through Wednesday
Storage Tip: Fresh masa is best used while fresh. Keep refrigerated and use promptly, or freeze for longer storage.
Make Fresh Tortillas at Home
Pair your fresh corn masa with these MexGrocer kitchen essentials:
- Tortilla Presses – Quickly flatten fresh masa into evenly shaped tortillas.
- Comales & Griddles – Cook tortillas, quesadillas, sopes, gorditas, and more.
- Tortilla Warmers – Help keep freshly cooked tortillas warm and soft for serving.
Explore more fresh dough options in our Fresh Masa collection.
