Step 1

Heat the avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the white rice and onion and cook until the rice is toasted and golden brown.

Step 2

Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Reduce the heat to low.

Step 3

Add the tomato sauce and stir. Let it simmer for around a minute before adding the hot water to the pan along with the cumin, paprika, onion powder, and cayenne.

Step 4

Cover and let simmer over low heat for 20 minutes. Do not uncover. You'll know the rice is done because you'll see small pits form in the surface of the rice. At this point, remove the pan from the heat, but leave it covered for another 10 minutes to finish cooking.

Step 5

Immediately before serving, fluff with a fork.