Granny's Stir Fried Duck With Asparagus

1 Large duck magret (about 1 pound)
1 Pound pencil asparagus
1 Teaspoon cornstarch
1 egg white
2 Tablespoons peanut oil
1 Teaspoon grated ginger
1 Tablespoon chopped garlic
1 Large carrot -- julienne
1 Cup fresh bean sprouts
2 chopped scallions
2 Tablespoons light soy sauce
1 Tablespoon chopped cilantro
Salt and pepper

Cut the duck magret into strips (approximately 2 inches.) Cut asparagus spears into 2-inch pieces. In a mixing bowl, mix cornstarch, egg white and duck strips, set aside. In a large wok over high heat, heat the oil and add the duck meat, ginger, garlic, asparagus and carrot and stirfry for 6 minutes. Add bean sprouts and scallions and cook for another three minutes. Add soy sauce and serve immediately. Garnish with chopped cilantro. Yield: 4 servings

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