Fragrant Malaysian Nasi Tomato with Star Anise and Cloves Re

Ingredients

• 2 cups basmati rice, rinsed until water runs clear
• 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
• 2 cups chicken stock or water
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp cooking oil
• 2-inch stick of cinnamon
• 3 star anise pods
• 6 cloves
• Salt, to taste
• 1/4 cup fried shallots
• 2 tbsp chopped cilantro (coriander leaves)