Heat Manteca in a pan and coat the bottom well
Add 1.5 cups rice to the pan
Add diced onion to the rice
Toast the rice and onion mixture until golden brown, stirring frequently to avoid burning
Add the can of tomato sauce and fry for about a minute
Add 2 cups of hot water and dissolve chicken bouillon in it
Season with onion powder and garlic powder to taste
Mix well and taste the broth to ensure proper seasoning
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover
Simmer covered on low heat for 20 minutes without opening the lid
After 20 minutes, remove lid and stir the rice
Turn off heat, cover again, and let sit for 10 minutes
Serve with picadillo or desired toppings
