Heat the olive oil in a pan and add the onion. When softened but before it browns, add the rice and continue cooking until the rice starts to get a golden colour.

Reduce the heat to low and add the boiling water, passata and paste. Stir and add the cumin, vegetable powder, salt and garlic powder. Bring to a boil, put the lid on and simmer for 10 minutes until all water has been absorbed. Turn the heat off, cover with a towel and let the rice sit for another 10 minutes to absorb all moisture.

You can use this rice as a side dish or you can use it as a topping for fajitas, burritos etc.