GINGER BEEF ON SHREDDED LETTUCE

1 lb. ground beef round                         2T. soy sauce
2T. sherry wine                                 4t. cornstarch
2T. cold water                                  4c. finely shredded
1T. vegetable oil                                       lettuce
3/4 c. thinly sliced green onions               1 c. frozen green peas,
1t. ginger                                              thawed
2T. chili sauce or catsup

In a medium-sized mixing bowl combine the ground beef, soy sauce, sherry,
and 2t. cornstarch.  Mix remaining 2 t. cornstarch with the cold water
in a small bowl.  Arrange the shredded lettuce on a serving platter.
Have the remaining ingredients measured and handy before starting the
cooking.  In a large heavy skillet or wok heat oil over high heat 1 
minute.  Add beef mixture and cook about 3 minutes, stirring to break up
meat until meat loses its red color.  Add 1/2 c. of the green onions, the 
peas,  ginger and chili sauce; stir-fry 1 minute longer.  Stir in cornstarch
and water.  Cook about 30 seconds, stirring constantly until meat mixture
is shiny.  Spoon beef mixture over lettuce and sprinkle with remaining
green onions.    4 servings   Good with hot cooked rice.
  Per serving:  318 calories, 27 grams protein, 15 grams fat, 17 grams
                carbohydrate.