Dredge the oysters in the cornstarch, then fry in the hot oil for a few minutes on each side until very pale golden; do this in batches – do not crowd the pan. Drain the oysters on paper towels.
Natives tend to be better quality than pacific or rock oysters, though they are slightly more expensive. Only use oysters that are tightly shut in their shells or which close when tapped.
Melt butter in a small pan. Toss in oyster liquid and shrimp, cook on medium heat for 4 minutes. Add crème fraiche, heat for another 2 to 3 minutes. Add salt and pepper, lemon juice and Tobasco.
stir in the oyster sauce and a little more soy sauce and sesame oil, if desired. Garnish with spring onions. Cover with a lid to keep it warm while you finish the stir-fry. In a large frying pan ...
Simmer for 30 minutes. Dredge the chopped hairy crabs in cornstarch and deep-fry them. Remove the cooked chicken feet and set aside. Filter the broth. Heat oil in a pan and add chili oil, minced ...