Or Lam Ped | Lao-Style Herbal Duck Soup

Or Lam is a hearty Lao stew originating from Luang Prabang in Northern Laos. In this version, we are making it into a duck soup. Traditionally, it is made with game meats like ox or quail, which are simmered in broth to become tender. This dish features seasonal vine vegetables, long beans, and aromatic herbs such as dill and Asian basil. A key ingredient is sakhan (Lao chili wood), which imparts a distinctive numbing spice. Another unique component is ox skin, adding a chewy texture.