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High in protein
In season: Summer · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Diced beef with eggplant (220 g) has 275 calories. That works out to 125 calories per 100 g. It contains 10.6 g of carbs, 24.6 g of protein, 15.6 g of fat and 4 g of fiber. Its 2.3 µg of B12 covers 96% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 20 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 220 g
275
KCAL / 220G
Carbs
10.6g
· 4% DV
Protein
24.6g
· 49% DV
Fat
15.6g
· 20% DV
Fiber
4g
· 14% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 15% · Protein 35% · Fat 50%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 275 kcal | |
| Total fat | 15.6 g | 20% |
| Saturated fat | 5.17 g | 26% |
| Trans fat | 0.26 g | |
| Sodium | 407 mg | 18% |
| Total carbohydrate | 10.6 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 4 g | 14% |
| Protein | 24.6 g | 49% |
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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 220 g | 275 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 25 g | 31 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 80 g | 100 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 125 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 150 g | 188 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 180 g | 225 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 250 g | 313 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 375 kcal |
Calculated from 125 calories per 100 g.
Diced beef with eggplant is a home-style stew of bite-sized beef cooked until tender with eggplant, often with tomato, onion, and seasonings. In Turkey, patlıcanlı kuşbaşı is commonly served as a main dish, often alongside rice or bread.
To make diced beef with eggplant, brown the beef, then simmer it with a little liquid until tender before adding eggplant and tomato. Adding the eggplant later helps it keep its shape instead of dissolving during the longer cooking needed for the beef.
The beef in diced beef with eggplant is usually tough because it has not simmered long enough or the heat was too high. Cook it gently, covered, with enough liquid to soften it before adding the eggplant, which cooks much faster.
Chuck or another stewing cut works well for diced beef with eggplant because slow cooking makes its connective tissue tender. If using a leaner cut, avoid overcooking it once tender, and add the eggplant only when the beef is nearly done.
No, salting eggplant before making diced beef with eggplant is optional, not essential. Modern eggplant is often mild; if you salt it to draw out moisture, rinse it and pat it dry so it does not add excess salt or water to the stew.
No, you do not have to peel the eggplant for diced beef with eggplant. Leaving some or all of the skin on helps the pieces hold their shape; peel it in alternating strips if you prefer a more tender texture.
Diced beef with eggplant goes well with rice, bulgur, or crusty bread to soak up its juices. A simple salad or plain yogurt makes a fresh contrast, while adding another rich side can make the meal feel heavy.
Yes, diced beef with eggplant can be cooked ahead and reheated. Cool it promptly, refrigerate it in a covered container, and reheat until steaming hot; the eggplant may soften further after sitting, so stir gently.
Yes, you can freeze diced beef with eggplant, though the eggplant may turn softer after thawing. Cool the dish, portion it into airtight containers, and thaw it in the refrigerator before reheating thoroughly.
Use less oil in diced beef with eggplant by roasting or grilling the eggplant instead of deep-frying it, then adding it to the tender beef. Eggplant absorbs oil readily, so cooking it separately with a light coating also helps control the amount.
Vitamins
B12
2.31µg · 96% DV
B3
8.58mg · 54% DV
B6
0.62mg · 36% DV
B2
0.35mg · 27% DV
Minerals
Selenium
30µg · 55% DV
Zinc
4.73mg · 43% DV
Phosphorus
260mg · 37% DV
Copper
0.26mg · 29% DV
Potassium ⭐
627mg · 18% DV
Sodium
407mg · 18% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 275 calories in 1 serving (medium) (220 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Diced beef with eggplant is a Turkish home-style dish of bite-sized beef cooked with eggplant, often alongside onion, tomato and peppers. It may be simmered in a pot or cooked in a pan, with the eggplant softening and soaking up the savoury juices as the meat becomes tender. Recipes vary from household to household.
Serve it hot with rice, bulgur or bread, and, if you like, plain yoghurt or a fresh salad. The beef makes it a protein-rich main; each 100 g provides 11.2 g of protein. For a lighter plate, use less oil when cooking the eggplant and add a generous salad on the side.
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
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.
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.
No known major allergens
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
5.17g
MONOUNSATURATED
7.22g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.1g
Omega 6:3 ratio 10.2:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (10.2:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.