How To make Burmese Style Coconut Spiced Fruit Rice

1 ts Vegetable oil
1 c Chopped onion
1/2 c Water, divided
4 c Cooked white rice,
-unseasoned 4 tb Grated coconut or:
2 ts Coconut flavoring)
3 Bay leaves
1 ts Ground cinnamon
1/4 ts Curry powder
1/4 ts Ground tumeric
1/4 ts Ground cloves
Salt and pepper to taste Combine oil, onion and 2 tablespoons water in large non-stick skillet. Cook over high heat, stirring occasionally, until water evaporates and onion begins to brown. Add remaining water and all other ingredients; lower heat. Cover and cook until heated through. Remove bay leaves before serving.