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Nutritional Values
600kcal
40gProtein
40gCarbs
28gFat
5gFibre
400 gServing
* Per serving · 400 g. May vary.
Allergens
🌾 Gluten
Saloona
How to order / say it
Say it
صالونة — [Sah-loo-na]
Order
I'd like the Saloona, please.
Locally
أريد الصالونة، من فضلك.
Say locally
A hearty Emirati stew of vegetables and meat.
Why try it?
Saloona captures the essence of Emirati family dining, often shared during communal meals, showcasing the UAE's knack for robust and flavorful stews.
How it tastes
The stew is rich, savory and slightly tangy, with tender chunks of meat and soft vegetables, making it a comforting dish.
Origin & History — first documented: 1920
Saloona originated in local Emirati households around the early 20th century as a means to utilize available ingredients in a nourishing meal. It soon became a staple comfort food across the UAE.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🥩 500 g lamb
- 🥕 200 g potato
- 🥕 150 g zucchini
- 🥕 100 g carrot
- 🥣 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 🧄 1 piece onion
- 🧄 3 cloves garlic
- 🧂 2 tbsp spice mix
- 500 ml water
Method
- 1 Brown lamb in a pot, add onions and garlic till translucent.
- 2 Stir in tomato paste and spices.
- 3 Add water, bring to a boil then simmer with vegetables.
- 4 Cook until meat is tender and vegetables are soft.
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