What is another word for hominy?
Pronunciation: [hˈɒmɪni] (IPA) 
Hominy is a food staple that has been consumed for centuries in North and Central America. It is a corn-based food product produced by soaking dried kernels in an alkali solution, which removes the hulls and germ, leaving behind large, puffy kernels. The term hominy is derived from the Powhatan language, the word "rockahomine" meaning "maize" or "uncleaved corn." While the term hominy is most commonly used in the Southern United States, there are many synonyms for this versatile food, including grits, posole, nixtamal, samp, and masa. Hominy can be cooked with beans, meats, or chili peppers and is used in dishes such as stews, soups, and tamales.
