Máchica

Máchica is a traditional food product from the Andean region, particularly popular in Peru, Ecuador and Bolivia. It is made by roasting and then grinding barley into a fine powder.

This flour-like substance is often used as an ingredient in beverages and various dishes. To prepare a typical machica drink, the powder is mixed with milk or water, and sweeteners like sugar or honey are added. The mixture is then heated to create a warm, nourishing beverage, often consumed for breakfast or as a comforting drink during cold weather.

Máchica can also be added to soups or used as a thickener in other recipes, enhancing them with its distinct, nutty flavor and high nutritional content.