Step 1

Place the onion and garlic in a microwave-safe dish.

Step 2

Microwave the onion and garlic for 2 minutes, to soften the onion and mellow the flavors.

Step 3

Add the onion, garlic, rice, broth, and tomato paste to the rice cooker. Add salt if desired. Stir until combined.

Step 4

Cook in the rice cooker until the broth has been absorbed. Fluff with a fork.