{"product_id":"blue-corn","title":"Premium Blue Corn – Heirloom Maiz Azul for Blue Tortillas \u0026 Nixtamal","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(253, 126, 20);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlue Corn\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHeirloom whole blue field corn for authentic Mexican cooking — nixtamalize at home for striking blue masa, perfect for blue tortillas, tlacoyos \u0026amp; gorditas. Naturally gluten-free, plant-based \u0026amp; vegan.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFree Shipping Nationwide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSave money — bought direct from the importer \u0026amp; farmer.\u003c\/strong\u003e Premium quality at a fair price, straight from the source.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(253, 126, 20);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNutritional Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhole blue corn is a wholesome source of complex carbohydrates and dietary fiber, plus a modest amount of plant-based protein.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts deep blue-purple color comes from naturally occurring anthocyanins, and it supplies minerals and B vitamins. Once nixtamalized with cal, its niacin becomes more available to the body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNaturally \u003cstrong\u003egluten-free\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003evegan\u003c\/strong\u003e \u0026amp; \u003cstrong\u003eplant-based\u003c\/strong\u003e, with no additives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(253, 126, 20);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Cook\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo make blue masa, nixtamalize the corn: simmer the kernels in water with food-grade cal (calcium hydroxide), let them steep, rinse well, then grind into fresh blue masa for tortillas, tlacoyos and gorditas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhole kernels can also be simmered into hominy or pozole. Rinse before cooking and adjust water as needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(253, 126, 20);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecipes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlue Corn Tortillas\u003c\/strong\u003e – Nixtamalize, grind into masa, press and griddle for nutty, deep-blue tortillas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTlacoyos\u003c\/strong\u003e – Shape blue masa around a bean or cheese filling and griddle until crisp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGorditas\u003c\/strong\u003e – Form thick blue masa cakes, griddle, split and stuff with your favorite fillings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(253, 126, 20);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFAQ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it vegan \u0026amp; gluten-free?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — it is 100% whole corn, naturally gluten-free, vegan and plant-based.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow should I store it?\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep in a cool, dry place in an airtight container to protect against moisture and pests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need cal to make masa?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — nixtamalizing with food-grade cal develops the masa's texture, color and flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much masa will it make?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yield varies with soaking and grinding, but corn roughly doubles in weight once nixtamalized and hydrated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFree Shipping Nationwide.\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose your size above and stock your pantry with premium heirloom blue corn.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"San Jose Farms","offers":[{"title":"4 Oz","offer_id":49159273840899,"sku":null,"price":0.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"8 Oz","offer_id":49159273873667,"sku":null,"price":0.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"1 Lb","offer_id":49159273906435,"sku":null,"price":1.01,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"2 Lb","offer_id":49159273939203,"sku":null,"price":2.01,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"2.5 Lb","offer_id":49159273971971,"sku":null,"price":2.52,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0820\/2125\/3379\/files\/maiz-azul.png?v=1783054641","url":"https:\/\/almapura.us\/products\/blue-corn","provider":"Alma Pura Specialties","version":"1.0","type":"link"}