Dabb, scientifically known as Uromastyx, has traditionally b
Dabb, scientifically known as Uromastyx, has traditionally been eaten mainly in some desert regions of the Arabian Peninsula, and in certain places it is still consumed today.
Since when has it been eaten?
* Its exact origin is not known, but the practice existed in Arabian society before the rise of Islam.
* This means that people were eating it at least before the 7th century CE.
* During the early Islamic period (7th century CE), some Arab tribes also consumed it.
* Even today, it continues to be eaten in some regions as a traditional food.
Where was it eaten?
It was mainly consumed in the Arabian Peninsula and nearby desert regions, including:
* Saudi Arabia
* United Arab Emirates
* Qatar
* Kuwait
* Oman
* Some desert areas of Jordan
* Western desert regions of Iraq
Why was it eaten?
* Food sources were limited in many desert areas.
* Dabb was relatively easy to find in the desert environment.
* It was considered a source of protein.
* In some communities, it became part of local tradition and culture.
Sanda Biryani” is reportedly used in some areas to refer to a biryani made from the meat of the sanda, a local name that is sometimes used for the monitor lizard.🦎
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