Step 1

Place water (a little more than 2 cups) in a tea kettle or bot on the stove and heat to boiling.

Step 2

In the meantime, heat a separate pot to medium heat and add oil and onions. Cook for 3-4 minutes, until tender and fragrant and stir in garlic. Stir for about 20-30 seconds. Add rice and continue to stir often for about 3-5 minutes.

Step 3

Add 2 cups boiling water, and salt and stir. When mixture comes to a boil, cover pot and reduce heat to simmer. Cook for 20 minutes and remove from heat. Fluff with fork and serve.

Step 4

Yields about 4 cups of rice.