Arroz a la Chiclayana

The Arroz a la Chiclayana is a delightful dish that combines juicy rice with tender duck meat and sweet peas. A true treat for the palate!

Originating from the coastal city of Chiclayo, in the Lambayeque region, this dish blends diverse flavors reflecting the country's rich culinary heritage.

Arroz a la Chiclayana stands out for its combination of rice, duck meat, spices, and a touch of chili, which gives it a distinctive and spicy flavor. Follow our instructions to bring this delight to your home.

Arroz a la Chiclayana

Main Course
1 hour
4 Servings

Ingredients

Arroz a la Chiclayana

¼ kilogram of Duck meat

¼ kilogram of Peas

3 Onions

3 Garlic cloves

2 Chilies

Cilantro

Water

Rice

1 pinch of Salt

1 pinch of Pepper

Preparation

Step 1 : The pieces are seasoned with salt, pepper, cumin, garlic, and a splash of dark beer, then browned until well sealed.

Step 2 : Meanwhile, prepare a dressing with onion and garlic.

Step 3 : Next, make a mixture with yellow chili paste, special chili, Marisol chili, salt, pepper, cumin, and cilantro, cook it, and then add the sealed duck pieces.

Step 4 : Let it boil for an hour, then remove the pieces.

Step 5 : Add the rice, followed by Chicha de Jora and dark beer.

Step 6 : If necessary, add water to cover the rice, along with peas and diced carrots.

Step 7 : Cook until the rice is dry, approximately 15 minutes.

Step 8 : Once fluffy, the delicious Arroz a la Chiclayana will be ready to serve.

Video

Preparation (simple version)

Step 1 : Season the duck pieces with salt, pepper, garlic, cumin, and dark beer, then brown until well sealed. Arroz a la Chiclayana - Preparation - Step 1
Step 2 : Prepare a dressing with onion, garlic, yellow chili paste, special chili, and Marisol chili, cook it, then add the browned duck pieces. Arroz a la Chiclayana - Preparation - Step 2
Step 3 : Add rice, Chicha de Jora, and dark beer, including water if needed, along with peas and diced carrots, and cook until the rice is dry and fluffy. Arroz a la Chiclayana - Preparation - Step 3
Step 4 : Serve hot and enjoy the traditional flavor of Chiclayana. Arroz a la Chiclayana - Preparation - Step 4

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