Duck Soy and Five-Spice Stew

Palloh is a style of stew or soup that is a cafeteria classic and childhood favorite in Thailand. It was influenced by Chinese settlers in Bangkok and prominently features star anise, five-spice, sweet soy sauce, and sugar. Kai palloh, which is the most common version of this dish, is typically prepared with boiled eggs and pork belly or pork shoulder, but I’ve found it pairs well with an array of different proteins. In my version, I swap out the pork with duck; its gamey flavors marry so w