Banh Bot Loc
“Bánh Bột Lọc is a chewy tapioca dumpling filled with succulent shrimp and savory pork belly, wrapped in banana leaves and steamed to perfection, offering a delightful interplay of textures and flavors.”
Where it comes from
A staple of Huế's street food scene, Bánh Bột Lọc traces its roots back to the resourcefulness of the local people, ingeniously utilizing the region's abundant tapioca and seafood.
On the Palate
What goes into it
Proteins
Vegetables
Herbs & Spices
Grains & Staples
Sauces & Condiments
How it's made
- 1
Prepare the tapioca starch by mixing it with hot water until it forms a pliable dough.
- 2
Sauté shrimp and diced pork belly with shallots, fish sauce, sugar, and black pepper until fragrant.
- 3
Roll the dough into small balls, flatten them, and place a spoonful of filling in the center.
- 4
Fold and seal the edges to form a dumpling, ensuring no air pockets remain.
- 5
Wrap each dumpling in a small piece of banana leaf.
- 6
Steam the wrapped dumplings until the tapioca becomes translucent and chewy.
- 7
Serve with a side of nước mắm mixed with garlic and bird's eye chili.
