1. Slice the onion and cut the bell peppers into small diamonds.
2. Heat the oil in a large skillet and add the onions and minced garlic. Once they become translucent, add the bell peppers.
3. Season with salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, cumin, and thyme.
4. Cook covered for about 15 minutes (the bell peppers should be tender). If they are too firm, cook them a little longer.
5. Meanwhile, cook the rice. If you have chosen Thai or basmati rice: cook for 10 minutes. But you can also use "classic" white rice, which takes 20 minutes to cook.
6. Once the rice is cooked and drained, add it to the skillet with the bell peppers.
7. Sauté everything for 5 minutes and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
8. Serve immediately.
9. Enjoy your meal!