Ingredients

• 1 Tablespoon olive oil
• ½ cup onion, diced small
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• ¼ teaspoon ground cumin
• ½ teaspoon turmeric powder
• salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 ½ cups long-grain white rice, rinsed and drained
• 2 ¼ cups water
• ¼ cup pine nuts
• 2 Tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add the onions and saute until softened and slightly translucent.
3. Add the garlic, cumin, turmeric, salt and pepper, and rice to the pot. Stir frequently for a couple of minutes until the rice starts to look translucent.
4. Stir in the water and bring to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and allow the rice to gently simmer until the water is absorbed and the rice is tender. 
5. Remove the pot from the heat. Lift up the lid and lay a clean dish towel over the top. Replace the lid on top of the towel and allow the rice to steam for 5-10 minutes.
6. Fluff the rice with a fork and fold in the pine nuts and cilantro. Taste and adjust for salt and pepper, as needed. Serve.