The Maca Team
Organic Gelatinized Tri-Color Maca Chips 1 lb
- SKU:
- G-200-CH
- UPC:
- 811588030460
- MPN:
- 811588030460
- Availability:
- In Stock - Ships Within 1 Business Day
- Weight:
- 16.70 Ounces
- Shipping:
- Calculated at Checkout
Description
Gelatinized Tri-Color Maca Root Chips, Certified Organic, Fair Trade, Non-GMO, Vegan and Gluten Free
What Are Gelatinized Tri-Color Maca Root Chips?
Gelatinized tri-color maca root chips are made from a traditional blend of yellow, red, and black maca roots (Lepidium meyenii) grown in the high Andes of Peru. The roots are harvested, dried, cut into small pieces, and gelatinized to remove most of their natural starch content.
Because whole maca roots cannot legally be exported from Peru, maca chips are the closest form to whole maca root available internationally. They provide a traditional preparation style similar to how maca has been consumed for generations in the Andes.
Overview 
Our gelatinized tri-color maca root chips are made from a blend of approximately 40% yellow, 30% red, and 30% black maca roots grown near Junín, Peru. These roots are harvested by an organic farming cooperative that follows traditional agricultural practices emphasizing careful cultivation and responsible processing.
The roots are dried, cleaned, and cut into small chips before being gelatinized. The gelatinization process removes most of the starch content from the root and produces a traditional whole-root maca product that can be used in porridges, teas, or other recipes.
Key Features of Our Tri-Color Maca Chips
- USDA Certified Organic
- Fair Trade
- Non-GMO
- Vegan and Gluten Free
- Origin: Junín region of the Peruvian Andes
- Gelatinized: starch content largely removed
- Traditional blend: red, yellow, and black maca roots
- Ingredients: 100% Peruvian maca root chips
- Whole root preparation: closest form to whole maca root available outside Peru
What Is Tri-Color Maca?
Tri-color maca is a traditional blend of the three primary maca root colors: yellow, red, and black. For much of maca’s long history in the Andes, the roots were consumed together rather than separated by color.
Using a blend of all three colors reflects the traditional way maca has been prepared and eaten for centuries in the high mountain regions of Peru.
Advantages of Using Whole Maca Root Chips 
- Tri-color chips contain a blend of all three maca root colors.
- Gelatinization removes most of the starch content from the root.
- Chips provide a preparation style closer to the traditional whole-root form of maca.
- Tri-color maca products are typically more economical because the roots are not separated by color.
How to Consume Maca Chips
Traditionally maca chips are cooked into a porridge. This preparation style has been used for generations in the Andes.
Simple preparation ideas include:
- Simmer 1/2 cup of maca chips for about 1 hour and add to oatmeal or another warm breakfast cereal.
- Simmer maca chips and blend them into a smoothie.
- Steep maca chips in hot water for about 10 minutes to make a tea.
Traditional Mazamorra Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 cup (130 g) maca chips
- 1 cup (130 g) flour
- 1/4 cup (32 g) sugar
- 2 cups milk
- Clove, cinnamon, or anise to taste
- 4 cups water
Preparation
Simmer the maca chips in water along with spices until soft (about 1 hour), adding water if necessary. Add flour, sugar, and milk and simmer for an additional 15–20 minutes. Allow to cool and enjoy. Mazamorra may be stored in the refrigerator for 1–2 days.
The Maca Team Difference
The Maca Team focuses exclusively on high-quality Peruvian maca. We work directly with growers in the Andes to support careful sourcing, traditional agriculture, and consistent product quality.
Learn more about our sourcing and quality practices on our Our Standards page.
If you would like to learn more about our company and why we focus exclusively on maca, visit our Our Company page.
Storage / Shelf Life
Maca root chips keep well for up to 24 months when stored in a sealed container away from direct sunlight, heat, and excess humidity. See more storage and use tips.
Suggested Use
Because maca chips are whole root pieces, they are typically simmered, steeped, or cooked before use. Serving sizes will vary depending on the recipe. For general serving guidance, see our complete serving guidelines.
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Specs
Ingredients
40% Yellow, 30% Black and 30% Red Maca Root Chips
Volume
1lb (454g) = 50 servings at 9g daily
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
Our Promise
We’re a small, family-run company completely devoted to Maca. Our mission is simple — to share the freshest, organic, high-quality Peruvian maca root products at fair prices.
Because Maca is all we do, we’re able to offer an unmatched selection and the most attentive service possible. 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
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