| 1 | C | Mayonnaise |
| 1 | C | Commercial sour cream |
| 1/4 | C | Onion, finely chopped |
| 1/4 | C | Fresh Parsley, finely chopped |
| 1 | scant tbsp | Preserved ginger, finely chopped |
| 1/4 | tsp | Garlic, pulverized |
| 1 | tbsp | Soy sauce |
| 1 | can | Water chestnuts, finely chopped |
Mix all ingredients gently. Do not beat, as this breaks down sour cream. Chill.