Instructions: Remove rind from the bacon. Cut in half lengthwise and then cut these thin strips about 10 cm long. Place in a frying pan and cover with cold water. Bring to the boil. Drain. This removes some of the salt.

Cut water chestnuts into thickish slices. Sling scallops onto the bamboo skewers, winding a piece of bacon in an "s" shape around 2 scallops as you push onto the skewers, adding a slice of water chestnut every so often. Arrange in a shallow dish.

Mix together the soy sauce, brown sugar, ginger and melted butter or margarine. Stir till sugar dissolves. Pour over the skewers, turning the skewers so they are well covered with the marinade. Chill for 1-2 hours. Cook skewers under a medium griller/broiler for about 5 mins only, turning a few times during cooking.

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