List of maize dishes

Additionally, some foods and beverages that are prepared with maize are listed.

Tamales are a dish of nixtamalized maize that is ground, wrapped in a corn husk, and steamed.

Tamales originated in Mesoamerica as early as 8000 to 5000 BC.

Baked and steamed breads and cakes can be made using corn, often as a flour.

Assorted fried snacks and other fritters are made from corn or cornmeal.