[alexambarch]

If you're desperate enough, you can nixtamalize corn by getting your hands on some calcium hydroxide (referrred to as cal) and giving some kernels a good overnight bath in a mixture of cal and water. The obvious downside being that it takes forever (and also the mixture is caustic so you can't touch it).

[blovescoffee]

I've done this process maybe 5 times, and I live in Mexico where it's done daily. It really doesn't take that long relative to cooking a good loaf of bread. And I've never had problems touching the mixture as long as I wash my hands etc. Not trying to dismiss you, just want to share that it's really an easy process and everyone should try it!