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Main course Fish & Seafood

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Nutritional Values

🔥450kcal
💪60gProtein
🌾5gCarbs
🥑20gFat
🌿1gFibre
⚖️350 gServing

* Per serving · 350 g. May vary.

Allergens

🦐 Shellfish

Uab

How to order / say it
Say it Uab — [oow-ab]
Order Can I have the Uab, please?
Locally Mmu ua Uab, ngdi mekngem.
Say locally

Large clams grilled and served with lime.

Why try it?

Uab reflects the importance of seafood in Babeldaob, celebrating Palau's diverse marine life.

How it tastes

The clams have a succulent and tender texture, with a mild briny flavor complemented by the zesty lime.

Origin & History — first documented: 1910

Dating back to the early 20th century, Uab was a way to honor the ocean's generosity in traditional feasts.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🦐 600 g giant clams
  • 🍋 2, juiced lime
  • 🫒 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 🧂 1 tsp salt

Method

  1. 1 Clean and prepare the clams.
  2. 2 Brush with olive oil and season with salt.
  3. 3 Grill over medium heat and serve with lime juice.

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