Taro Chips are more nutritious alternative to potato chips, and they’re popping up in health food and grocery stores around the country. Taro Chips are made from thinly sliced taro root – a healthy, starchy vegetable used in Polynesian and Hawaiian cooking. Munch on Taro Chips instead of potato chips for less fits and more vitamins. Taro Chips are lower in calories and fat than regular potato chips.