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Bergama Çığırtması Calories

Olive-oil eggplant dish

In season: Summer · Autumn

CALORIES · 100 G

115kcal

GI

25low

POTASSIUM · 100 G

245mg

FIBER · 100 G

3.3g

Quick answer

1 serving (medium) of Bergama Çığırtması (180 g) has 207 calories. That works out to 115 calories per 100 g. It contains 12.8 g of carbs, 2.5 g of protein, 16.9 g of fat and 5.9 g of fiber. Its 28.8 mg of Vitamin C covers 32% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 25 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Bergama Çığırtması Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g

207

KCAL / 180G

Carbs

12.8g

· 5% DV

Protein

2.5g

· 5% DV

Fat

16.9g

· 22% DV

Fiber

5.9g

· 21% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 24% · Protein 5% · Fat 71%

Bergama Çığırtması nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (180 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories207 kcal
Total fat16.9 g22%
Saturated fat2.43 g12%
Trans fat0 g
Sodium324 mg14%
Total carbohydrate12.8 g5%
Fiber5.9 g21%
Protein2.5 g5%

Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.

Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.

Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.

Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.

Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.

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How Many Calories in 1 Serving of Bergama Çığırtması?

ServingAmountCalories
1 serving (medium)180 g207 kcal
1 tablespoon (small)20 g23 kcal
100 g100 g115 kcal
1 serving (small)120 g138 kcal
1 cup (chopped)150 g173 kcal
1 serving (large)250 g288 kcal
1 cup (large)300 g345 kcal
2 serving (double)360 g414 kcal

Calculated from 115 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Bergama Çığırtması

What is Bergama Çığırtması?

Bergama Çığırtması is a regional Turkish olive-oil eggplant dish associated with Bergama, in İzmir province. It is commonly cooked with tomatoes and peppers, and can be served warm or chilled as part of a meal.

How do you make Bergama Çığırtması?

Bergama Çığırtması is made by cooking eggplant in olive oil with a tomato-and-pepper mixture, often with garlic. Traditional methods may fry or soften the eggplant first; baking it is a practical way to use less oil at home.

Where does Bergama Çığırtması come from?

Bergama Çığırtması comes from Bergama in western Turkey, a district of İzmir. It belongs to the region’s olive-oil cooking tradition, where seasonal vegetables such as eggplant, tomatoes and peppers are central ingredients.

What is the difference between Bergama Çığırtması and imam bayıldı?

Bergama Çığırtması is generally prepared with eggplant cooked alongside tomato and pepper, while imam bayıldı is usually made with eggplant filled with a cooked onion-based mixture. Recipes vary, but the preparation and presentation are the main distinction.

Why is Bergama Çığırtması called çığırtma?

The exact origin of the name “çığırtma” is not firmly established. Bergama Çığırtması is best recognized by its local name and its olive-oil eggplant preparation rather than by a universally agreed explanation of the word.

Is Bergama Çığırtması served hot or cold?

Bergama Çığırtması can be served warm, at room temperature or chilled. As an olive-oil vegetable dish, it is especially convenient to prepare ahead and serve cool; letting it lose its refrigerator chill brings out the olive-oil aroma.

What should you serve with Bergama Çığırtması?

Serve Bergama Çığırtması with bread, rice or bulgur pilaf to make a more substantial meal. A crisp salad also works well alongside it, while yogurt can be offered separately for diners who want a cooling accompaniment.

Can you make Bergama Çığırtması without frying the eggplant?

Yes, you can bake or grill the eggplant for Bergama Çığırtması instead of frying it. The result will have a softer, less oil-rich texture, but it still works with the tomato, pepper and olive-oil mixture.

How long does Bergama Çığırtması keep in the fridge?

Bergama Çığırtması keeps for about three days in the refrigerator when stored in a covered container. Chill leftovers promptly, and take out only the portion you plan to serve rather than leaving the whole dish at room temperature.

Can you freeze Bergama Çığırtması?

Yes, Bergama Çığırtması can be frozen, although the eggplant may become softer and release water after thawing. Freeze it in portions in airtight containers, then thaw it in the refrigerator and warm it gently or serve it chilled.

Bergama Çığırtması Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Vitamin C

28.8mg · 32% DV

Vitamin E

2.7mg · 18% DV

Vitamin K

19.8µg · 17% DV

B6

0.25mg · 15% DV

Minerals

Copper

0.2mg · 22% DV

Sodium

324mg · 14% DV

Manganese

0.31mg · 13% DV

Potassium ⭐

441mg · 13% DV

Bergama Çığırtması Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

25
Low
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

2
Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Bergama Çığırtması

To burn the 207 calories in 1 serving (medium) (180 g):

🚶

51min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

21min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

28min

Cycling

🏊

24min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Bergama Çığırtması?

Bergama Çığırtması is an Aegean dish from the Bergama area of İzmir, made with eggplant cooked with peppers, tomatoes, garlic and olive oil. Recipes vary, but the vegetables are often fried first and then finished together with a tomato-based sauce.

It is commonly served warm or at room temperature as a meze or a side, especially alongside other vegetable dishes and bread. The vegetables contribute fibre, while olive oil accounts for much of its energy; it is not a protein-rich dish. For a lighter version, roast the eggplant with a little oil instead of frying it, and add the remaining oil sparingly.

How Nutritious Is Bergama Çığırtması?

Nutrient density

Medium

58/ 100

How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.

Satiety score

Medium

47/ 100

An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.

Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.

Is Bergama Çığırtması Processed?

NOVA 2

Minimally Processed

1. Unprocessed

2. Minimally Processed

3. Processed

4. Ultra-Processed

NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.

Does Bergama Çığırtması Contain Allergens?

No known major allergens

Gluten free
Dairy free
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Bergama Çığırtması Good For?

Vegan

✓ Suitable

Vegetarian

✓ Suitable

Gluten-Free

✓ Suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

✓ Suitable

Paleo

✓ Suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

— Not suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Bergama Çığırtması Fat Profile

SATURATED

2.43g

MONOUNSATURATED

11.43g

POLYUNSATURATED

1.64g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 11.6:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (11.6:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.