1 pound boneless chicken breast
1 egg white
1 tablespoon cornstarch
Coarse salt to taste
1 tablespoon rice wine or dry sherry
1 tablespoon soy sauce
½ cup chicken stock (preferably homemade)
6 tablespoons peanut or vegetable oil
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
3 scallions, sliced
¾ pound asparagus, sliced on the bias in 1 1/2-inch pieces
1 tablespoon chili paste
1 teaspoon sesame oil
2 tablespoons fresh coriander leaves