'Shepherd's Pie' with Asian Braised Duck

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4 duck legs

1/2 tablespoon rinsed and minced fermented black beans

8 cloves garlic, chopped

1/2 tablespoon minced ginger

1 large onion, 1/4-inch dice

1 carrot, peeled and 1/4-inch dice

1 large rib celery, 1/4-inch dice

1 cup sliced shiitakes

1/2 cup shaoxing wine

1/4 cup naturally brewed soy sauce

1/4 cup brown sugar

1/2 tablespoon minced thyme

Water, to cover duck

4 cups leftover mashed potatoes (3 large baking potatoes, cooked and mashed with 2 ounces butter, salt and pepper)

Canola oil for cooking

Salt and black pepper, to taste