Bánh nậm is a traditional dumpling origianting from Hue. The batter is made with a combination of rice and tapioca flour, sugar, and salt, while the filling consists of shrimps, minced pork, salt, pepper, sugar, shallots, annatto oil, and green onions.

The rectangular and flat dumplings are wrapped in banana leaves, then steamed. When served, bánh nậm is traditionally accompanied by fish sauce for dipping on the side. The dumplings are typically sold at the markets because the banana leaves make them easy to transport and keep the interior supple and soft.