Fragrant Spiced Rice

Ingredients

• 2 Tbsp coconut oil
• 1 Bay leaf
• 6 Cardamom pods
• 1 Cinnamon stick
• 1 Tsp turmeric
• 1 Tbsp Cumin seeds
• Curry or chili powder (Optional, to taste (depending on how hot you like it))
• 1 Large Onion (Minced)
• 2 Cloves garlic (Minced)
• 2 - 5 Cups Cooked brown rice
• 1/3 Cup Cilantro leaves
• To taste Salt and pepper