1 pound dried tangerine peel
1 duck (4 to 5 pounds)
Water to cover
2 stalks scallions
2 or 3 slices fresh ginger root
1 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper
1. Soak tangerine peel.
2. Wipe duck with a damp cloth. Place in a heavy pan with cold water to cover and bring to a boil. Meanwhile cut scallions in 2 or 3 sections, slice ginger root; then add to pan along with soaked tangerine peel.
3. Reduce heat and simmer, covered, until duck is tender (about 1 1/2 hours). Season with salt and pepper during the last 5 minutes. Drain, reserving liquid for stock.