Tex-Mex Rice

Out of necessity, I had to come up with a Tex-Mex rice that had no tomatoes or citrus in it.  So this is what I came up with.

It has a very mild flavor, so it goes nicely as a side dish to almost any Tex-Mex meal.  I served it with Carne Asada....one of our favorites.  I need a good recipe for Carne Asada, so for now Hubbyman just hits one of the local Carnicerias and gets it pre-made.  Easy!

Tex-Mex Rice
1 c rice
1 1/2 c water
2 tbls olive oil
1/4 tsp onion powder
1/4 tsp cumin
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp dried oregano
salt to taste

In a medium sauce pot, bring water to a boil.  Add remaining ingredients and cover.  Reduce heat and simmer for 10-20 minutes until rice is done.  Stir gently with a fork to fluff.