Deep Fried Bacon Wrapped Oysters

Directions

1. 1. Shell oysters. Mince ginger root; then combine with soy sauce and sherry. Add in to oysters and let stand 15 min, turning occasionally.
2. Drain, discarding marinade.
3. 2. Meanwhile crush nutmeats almost to a pwdr. Cut each bacon strip crosswise in 4 sections. Sliver smoked ham. Cut scallion stalks in 1/2-inch sections.
4. 3. Dip each oyster in crushed nutmeats; then top with a few ham slivers and a piece of scallion. Wrap oysters in bacon sections.
5. 4. Beat egg lightly and blend to a batter with flour, salt and pepper. Dip wrapped oysters in batter to coat.
6. 5. Meanwhile heat oil. Add in oysters, a few at a time, and deep-fry till crisp and golden brown. Drain on paper toweling.
7. 6. Arrange on a bed of shredded lettuce. Garnish with lemon wedges and Chinese parsley. VARIATION: For the smoked ham, substitute Chinese sausage.