Is this the same as the Mexican Masa Harina?

Hello Rock Guitarist's WifeThe main difference is that the Iwisa is made in South Africa from white maize (mielies in local lingo) whilst Masa Harina is made from yellow maize. Both are gluten free if that is one of your concerns.The primary uses of the Iwisa are to make porridge, and stiffer dough form called iPhutu in Zulu and sadsa in Zimbabwe. Also a supplement to add to mielie bread which is made from minced and a couple of whole kernels of white maize which is then steamed.It seems that you know Masa Harina, but a quick recap - used in tortillas, tamales, pupusas, arepassopes, gorditas and other antojitos/ snacks. The maize kernels are removed unlike the Iwisa.I hope this helps you in discerning the differences.Kind regardsSean.

Hello, when I was in Africa I had Nsima a lot and enjoyed it a lot is this what I use to make it?

Nsima is cooked, ground white maize flour that is used as the stodge for the majority of malawian meals. so yes it is. thanks

Is this the stuff we used for making porridge in SA ?

Hi there yes you can make it a a porridge or as a traditional SA Pap For porridge I usually use sugar and for a perfect PAP I use salt as well as butter just to smoothing it a lot better..

What is the number of bags (units) or may be better to ask, what is the total weight ? it is 2kg (pack of 3) but it is also units = 1 pcs.

I often buy Iwisa Super Maize Meal. It will normally come in 2KG packs. I think you will get 3 x 2KG packs.

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Iwisa Maize Meal Super, 1 kg

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Brand
Iwisa
Global Trade Identification Number
Item form
Dried
Manufacturer
Muscleman
Number of items
1
Package Size Name
1kg Bag

🌍Authentic South African staple

🌾1000g premium maize meal

💪Fortified with 9 essential vitamins & minerals

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🌽 Elevate your meals with Iwisa – where tradition meets modern nutrition!

CONVENIENT 1 KG PACKAGING - Easy-to-measure, store, and use—perfect for meal prepping and daily cooking rituals.
AUTHENTIC TRUSTED BRAND - Iwisa, a top-ranked South African maize meal with 4.6-star rating from over 1,800 happy customers.
NUTRIENT PACKED ENERGY BOOST - Loaded with B vitamins and iron to fuel your busy lifestyle and keep your immune system strong.
VERSATILE CULINARY ESSENTIAL - Perfect substitute for wheat flour—ideal for cornbread, tortillas, and global recipes that elevate your kitchen game.
HALAL CERTIFIED GMO INFORMED - Meets dietary needs with transparency, ensuring quality and inclusivity for your lifestyle choices.

Iwisa Maize Meal Super is a 1kg pack of fortified South African maize meal, rich in essential vitamins like B-complex, iron, and antioxidants. It serves as a versatile wheat flour alternative for making cornbread, tortillas, and other global dishes. With halal certification and a strong customer rating, it’s a trusted staple for health-conscious, culturally curious food lovers.

Specifications

ASIN	B00MWVE6CI
Best Sellers Rank	8,619 in Grocery ( See Top 100 in Grocery ) 6 in Cornflour
Brand	Iwisa
Brand Name	Iwisa
Container Type	Box
Cuisine	African cuisine
Customer Reviews	4.6 out of 5 stars 1,823 Reviews
Diet Type	Halal
Global Trade Identification Number	06001205051778, 16001205152359
Item Form	Dried
Item Package Weight	0.99 Kilograms
Item Type Name	Food
Item form	Dried
Manufacturer	Muscleman
Manufacturer Contact Information	Muscleman
Model Number	230862
Number of Items	1
Number of Pieces	1
Number of items	1
Package Size Name	1kg Bag
Package weight	0.99 Kilograms
Part Number	230862
Size	1 kg (Pack of 1)
Speciality	Halal
Specialty	Halal
UPC	721865823602
Unit Count	1000.0 gram
Unit count	1000.0 gram

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The Real McCoy!

This is the real McCoy! Living in Germany has made miss the little delights from the South African kitchen including mielepap - If you are craving home - buy it! Packaging was minimal and clean, and delivery perfect as expected from Amazon. Now please excuse me whilst I stir up a pot of MIELEPAP 10/10

30.05.2019

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