Ingredients:

• 1 cup brown rice
• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes and green chilies
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Step 1: Heat some olive oil in a medium saucepan over moderate heat. Put the onions and garlic in there and let it cook until softened, which will take around two minutes.

Step 2: Place some brown rice in the pan and sauté it for approximately one minute, constantly moving it. This step adds extra flavor.

Step 3: Stir in pepper, salt, chili powder, and cumin. Pour in diced tomatoes, and vegetable broth with green chillies.

Step 4: Bring to a boil and reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 45 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed.

Step 5: Remove from heat and let stand for 5 minutes.

Cooking Time: 10 minutes