Soup From Madura Island

Ingredients

• 6 Large Macadamia Nuts
• 3 Medium Shallot -- thinly sliced
• 2 Cloves Garlic -- thinly sliced
• Salt And Pepper -- to taste
• 1/2 Teaspoon Turmeric
• 1/2 Inch Ginger Root -- grated
• 6 Cups Water
• 1 Pound Beef -- cubed
• 1 Teaspoon Lemongrass
• Lemon Slices
• 2 Tablespoons Raw Rice
• 2 Large Hard-Boiled Egg -- sliced

Directions

1. In food processor, chop fine the nuts, shallots, garlic, salt, pepper, turmeric, and ginger to form a paste.
   
2. In a saucepan, combine the paste with water, beef, lemongrass and 1 slice lemon.
   
3. Bring to a boil.
   
4. In food processor, crush rice to a coarse consistency.
   
5. Add to beef mixture.
   
6. Cook, over low heat, covered, for 2 hours.
   
7. Garnish with egg and lemon slices.