Duck with rice

When rice first arrived in Peru with the Spanish it was a great delicacy, and even though it is now a daily staple it is no less valued. Peruvians truly enjoy rice simply cooked with garlic and oil, but also like to use it to absorb flavours and cooking liquids as in this dish. This classic recipe for duck with rice comes from the north coast, especially the regions of La Libertad, Lambayeque and Piura. The best accompaniment is a very cold beer, though Peruvians also drink chicha de jora w