Arroz con Pollo Nikkei

The origins of Arroz con pollo (literally, rice with chicken), as it is known throughout Latin America and Spain, are somewhat contentious with several different countries claiming it as their national dish. In its purest form, the rice and chicken are cooked in beer, which imparts a deliciously savoury quality to the dish.

In Japan, takikomi gohan (or flavoured rice) is a staple in every Japanese home with each family having its own recipe, and chicken is often used. For thi