1 slice fresh ginger root
2 tablespoons sherry
1/2 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper
1 duck (6 to 7 pounds)
2 stalks scallions
2 slices fresh ginger root
1 cup sherry
1 teaspoon salt
Water to cover
1 cup bamboo shoots
1/4 cup smoked ham
1. Mince ginger root and combine it with sherry, salt and pepper. Wipe duck with a damp cloth; then rub mixture into skin. Let stand 1 hour.
2. Place bird in a heavy pan. Cut scallion stalks in 1-inch sections and slice remaining ginger root. Add to pan, along with remaining sherry and salt.
3. Add cold water to cover and bring to a boil; then simmer, covered, until tender (about 2 to 2 1/2 hours).
4. Slice bamboo shoots and shred smoked ham; add to pan during last 10 minutes of cooking.