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Our Organic Gelatinized Tri-Color Maca Root Chips are made from a traditional blend of maca grown in the high Peruvian Andes: approximately 40% Yellow Maca, 30% Black Maca and 30% Red Maca. Instead of grinding the roots into powder, the maca remains in small pieces for a traditional whole-root style format.
The roots are harvested, low-temperature dehydrated, gelatinized to reduce much of their natural starch content, and cut into convenient chips. Each 1 lb bag contains only Peruvian maca root chips — with no fillers, additives or other ingredients.
Tri-Color Maca combines the three primary maca root colors — yellow, red and black — in one product. For much of maca’s history in the Andes, different root colors were harvested and eaten together rather than being separated into individual colors.
Our blend contains approximately 40% Yellow Maca, 30% Black Maca and 30% Red Maca, providing all three maca colors in a single whole-root style product.
To learn more about the blend and how it compares with single-color maca, visit our Tri-Color Maca guide.
Maca chips are a distinctive format because the roots remain in larger pieces rather than being ground into powder. For customers looking for a product closer to whole maca root, chips provide a traditional way to prepare and eat maca.
They can be simmered, steeped or cooked and work especially well in teas, cereals, porridges and other warm recipes.
Maca chips, powders and capsules all begin with maca root, but each format is prepared and used differently.
Maca chips remain as small pieces of root and are generally simmered, steeped or cooked before use. Maca powder is finely ground and can be mixed directly into foods, beverages and recipes. Maca capsules provide a convenient pre-measured format that requires no preparation.
Which format you choose largely comes down to how you prefer to prepare and use maca.
For a broader comparison, visit our Which Maca Is Best? guide.
A suggested serving is 3–9 g daily. Because the chips remain as pieces of maca root, they are generally prepared by simmering, steeping or cooking before use.
Some simple ways to use them include:
One traditional way to prepare maca root is as mazamorra, a warm porridge made by simmering maca until soft and combining it with ingredients such as milk, flour, sugar and spices.
For a larger recipe, simmer the maca chips until soft, then combine them with the other ingredients and continue cooking until the mixture develops a thick porridge-like consistency. Cinnamon, clove or anise can be added to taste.
Maca chips can also be incorporated into your own soups, cereals and cooked recipes, making them a versatile whole-root style maca format.
Our Tri-Color Maca is traditionally grown at high elevation in the Peruvian Andes. After harvest, the roots are carefully dried and processed before being cut into chips and packaged for use.
We work directly with growers and producers in Peru and focus exclusively on Peruvian maca. You can learn more about our sourcing and quality practices on our Our Standards page.
For more about The Maca Team and why we have specialized in maca for more than a decade, visit our Our Company page.
Keep the chips sealed in their foil-lined, opaque resealable bag and store them in a cool, dry place away from direct light and excess moisture. When properly stored, the chips have a shelf life of approximately 24 months.
Use 3–9 g daily, prepared in water, smoothies or other recipes. Maca chips are typically simmered, steeped or cooked before use.
A 1 lb (454 g) bag provides approximately 50 servings at 9 g per serving.
Tri-Color Maca chips are a good choice if you enjoy preparing maca as a whole-root style food. For quicker everyday use, you may prefer maca powder or maca capsules.
You can also compare maca colors, processing methods and formats in our Which Maca Is Best? guide.
We’re a small, family-run company completely devoted to Maca. Our mission is simple — to share fresh, organic, high-quality Peruvian maca root products at fair prices.
Because Maca is all we do, we’re able to offer a wide selection and attentive, personal service. Every product we sell is one we use ourselves, and every order is handled with care, respect, and a commitment to freshness and sustainability.
You can count on fast shipping, attentive support, and peace of mind with every purchase. If you ever have a question or concern, our team will respond quickly and work with you to make it right — that’s our promise to you.
– The Maca Team
| Ingredients | 40% Yellow, 30% Black and 30% Red Maca Root Chips |
|---|---|
| Volume | 1 lb (454 g) = 50 servings at 9 g daily |
| Standards & Certifications | Certified Organic, Fair Trade, Non-GMO and Vegan |
| Country of Origin | Peru |
| Container and Storage | Foil-lined, double sealed, 100% opaque resealable bag. 24 month shelf life when kept out of direct light and in a sealed container. |
| Processing | Traditionally grown in the high Peruvian Andes. Low temperature dehydrated immediately after harvest and processed and packaged on demand. |
| Suggested Use | 3–9 g daily, mixed in water, smoothies or other recipes. |
| Carbohydrates | 59% |
|---|---|
| Protein | 10.2% |
| Fiber | 8.5% |
| Amino Acids | 18 amino acids |
| Fatty Acids | 20 free fatty acids |
| Major Vitamins | Vitamin B1, Vitamin B2, Vitamin C and niacin |
| Major Minerals | Calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, potassium, iron and iodine |
| Naturally Occurring Sterols | Brassicasterol, ergosterol, campesterol, ergostadienol and sitosterol |
| Glucosinolate Compounds | Benzyl glucosinolate, p-methoxybenzyl glucosinolate and benzyl isothiocyanate |
| Distinctive Maca Compounds | Macamides and macaenes |
For serving-specific nutrition information, see the Nutrition Facts panel on the product package.
Maca root has a long history of traditional use as a food in the Andes and is generally well tolerated by most people.
If you take medication for high blood pressure, consult your healthcare provider before using maca.
Maca naturally contains iodine. If you have been advised to restrict your iodine intake, consult your healthcare provider before use.
Individuals who are pregnant, nursing, or under medical supervision should consult a qualified healthcare professional before using maca.
Learn more about maca side effects, precautions and safe use.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.*
What are Tri-Color Maca Root Chips?
Tri-Color Maca Root Chips are pieces of maca root made from a blend of yellow, black and red maca grown in Peru. This product contains approximately 40% Yellow Maca, 30% Black Maca and 30% Red Maca.
What does Tri-Color mean?
Tri-Color Maca combines the three primary maca root colors — yellow, red and black — in one product. It reflects the traditional practice of using the naturally mixed colors of maca together rather than separating them by color.
What does gelatinized mean?
Gelatinization uses heat and water during processing to reduce much of maca’s natural starch content. The maca roots are then dried and cut into chips for use in teas, porridges and other recipes.
How do I use Tri-Color Maca Chips?
A suggested serving is 3–9 g daily. Maca chips can be simmered, steeped or cooked before use and added to teas, porridges, smoothies and other recipes.
How are Tri-Color Maca chips different from powder or capsules?
Maca chips remain as small pieces of the maca root rather than being ground into powder. Maca powder is easier to mix directly into foods and beverages, while capsules provide a pre-measured format. Chips are a good choice for customers who prefer to prepare maca as a traditional whole-root style food.
Where is this maca grown and how is it processed?
Our Tri-Color Maca is grown in the high Peruvian Andes. After harvest, the roots are low-temperature dehydrated, gelatinized and cut into chips before being packaged.
Are these Tri-Color Maca chips organic, Fair Trade and vegan?
Yes. These Tri-Color Maca Root Chips are Certified Organic, Fair Trade, Non-GMO and vegan. They contain only Yellow, Black and Red Maca Root Chips.
How long does a 1 lb bag of Tri-Color Maca chips last?
A 1 lb (454 g) bag contains approximately 50 servings when using 9 g per serving. How long one bag lasts depends on your serving size and how often you use it.
How should I store Tri-Color Maca chips?
Keep the chips sealed in their resealable bag and store them away from direct light, heat and excess moisture. When properly stored, they have a shelf life of approximately 24 months.
John (verified owner) –
The chips are energizing and a decent price. Thank you, my family enjoyed them.
Francis LeClaire (verified owner) –
Excellent. Use like a chew of tobacco
Rob (verified owner) –
Product arrives quickly and neatly packaged. Good product information is included. Customer service is also friendly and prompt. A+
Jenna (verified owner) –
I wasnt sure what to expect, but delicious porridge. It takes an hour to make so will batching this for fall :) i topped it like oatmeal (bananas nuts honey)
Anonymous (verified owner) –
ABSOLUTELY A GREAT PRODUCT. WILL DEFINITELY BUY AGAIN IN THE NEAR FUTURE. THANK YOU.
Ken Edds (verified owner) –
I have been a customer for years and only recently ordered the Tri Color Maca Root Chips, Gelatinized to try. I really enjoy them and have already discerned certain health benefits, such as increased energy and focus.
James Justice (verified owner) –
I didn’t know what to expect with the chips, but was very pleasantly surprised. I enjoy chewing them up and the taste is actually very palatable. Feel an increase of energy and hunger pangs gone.
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