Although the leaves of maca, an Andean vegetable, "are eaten in salads and are used to fatten guinea pigs, it is most valued for its swollen roots. Resembling brown radishes, the roots are rich in sugars and starches and have a sweet, tangy flavor. Dried, they can be stored for years." Or, ground into powder, they can be blended with water and sweetened with cane sugar for Vita Lina brand maca drink (16 fl. oz., $2.25). "Shake exuberantly," the label advises; repeat as necessary, I'll add.
Stop 1 General Market
103 Westchester Ave. (at King St.), Port Chester, New York
914-937-4510
