Fierce debate in the taco world — science video

American Chemical Society
Wednesday, 22 February, 2023

Fierce debate in the taco world — science video

A fierce debate has overtaken the world of corn tortillas — is it okay to make them from pre-made corn flour or should they be made from dried corn kernels to be considered truly “from scratch”?

Corn tortillas may seem like an everyday, regular food item — but these pressed corn patties hold a secret almost as old as civilisation itself.

As part of the Reactions video series produced by the American Chemical Society (ACS) and PBS Digital Studios, the Why Calcium Hydroxide + Corn is Key to Understanding Western Civilization (and Tacos) video tries to settle this debate with a taste test while also uncovering lessons in organic chemistry and corn processing.

Image credit: iStock.com/Lilechka75

Related News

Informa Markets to host Vitafoods Asia 2025

Informa Markets will host Vitafoods Asia 2025 from 17–19 September 2025 at Queen Sirikit...

Food provenance branding to boost NT produce

Geographic branding for local produce is crucial for advancing the NT's food production and...

Charles Sturt scientist contributes to UN food safety panel

The parasitology and food safety scientist contributed to the UN expert panel working on...


  • All content Copyright © 2025 Westwick-Farrow Pty Ltd