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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Maize Meal Super, 1 kg

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Iwisa
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Item form
Dried
Item weight
1 Kilograms
Manufacturer
Muscleman
Number of items
1

🌍Authentic South African staple

🌾1000g premium maize meal

💪Fortified with 9 essential vitamins & minerals

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🌾 Elevate your kitchen game with Iwisa – where tradition meets nutrition!

HALAL CERTIFIED TRUSTED - A clean, halal-certified product with a 4.7-star rating from nearly 1,800 happy customers—join the community!
SMOOTH EASY PREPARATION - Dissolves effortlessly in warm water for a flawless texture every time—no lumps, just pure satisfaction.
AUTHENTICITY YOU CAN TASTE - Sourced from South Africa, delivering the rich, comforting flavor that connects you to home and culture.
NUTRIENT PACKED ENERGY BOOST - Loaded with B vitamins and iron to fuel your busy lifestyle and keep your immune system sharp.
VERSATILE CULINARY ESSENTIAL - Perfect substitute for wheat flour—ideal for cornbread, tortillas, and authentic African & Mexican dishes.

Iwisa Maize Meal Super is a 1 kg pack of premium South African maize meal, fortified with essential vitamins and minerals including iron, B vitamins, selenium, and zinc. It serves as a versatile wheat flour alternative, perfect for making cornbread, tortillas, and traditional African dishes like sadza. Halal certified and highly rated by thousands, it offers smooth preparation and authentic taste that connects you to rich cultural roots.

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Asin	B00MWVE6CI
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer	No
Item Model Number	230862
Manufacturer	Muscleman
Product Dimensions	1 x 1 x 1 cm; 990 g

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Great stuff

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Im buying it again

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Great tasting product

The taste from Africa!

4.06.2026

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It's fine and dessolve smoothly in warm water

Have always loved the taste of Iwisa the fineness just make me feel at home from afar .I recommend it to those who love sadza

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Love it love this product.

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Very nice

So good, awesome price

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Love it. Postage is a

Love it.Postage is a killer

5.03.2017

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Wonderful

I miss South Africa so much and needed a taste and the fact that it was bubble wraped as well... wonderful.It arrived so fast

16.01.2020

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