Sear the beef

• Heat the oil in a Dutch oven over high heat.
• Add the beef and sear until well browned on all sides.

Soften the vegetables

• Add the onion and cook until golden.
• Stir in the carrots and garlic and cook until fragrant.

Season and simmer

• Season with the cumin, paprika, salt and pepper.
• Pour in the hot water, bring to a simmer and cook until the beef is tender.

Add the rice

• Spread the rinsed rice evenly over the beef and vegetables.
• Do not stir; add a little hot water if needed so the liquid covers the rice by about a finger's width.

Cook the rice

• Cover and cook over low heat until the rice has absorbed all the liquid.

Rest and serve

• Remove from the heat and let rest covered.
• Fluff the rice with a fork and serve.