handful fresh soft herbs (such as coriander, parsley or mint), leaves finely chopped and a few sprigs saved for garnish
1 onion, thinly sliced
2 x 400g tins mixed beans in water, drained and rinsed
½–1 tsp dried chilli flakes
1 tsp cumin seeds
1 tsp ground cumin
½ tsp salt
2 tbsp vegetable or sunflower oil
300²µ/10½´Ç³ú long-grain rice