Step 1

Heat a pot to medium-high and add the olive oil.

Step 2

Add the onion and garlic and cook for 5 minutes.

Step 3

Add the cumin and turmeric powder and cook for 5 minutes more.

Step 4

Add the rice and mix, let it toast for around 2 minutes.

Step 5

Add the water and season with salt and pepper.

Step 6

Bring to a boil, and once it starts boiling, lower the heat, cover and cook for 12 minutes.

Step 7

Toast the pine nuts and serve the rice with pine nuts and fresh cilantro.