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Protein and fiber source, low fat, traditional Turkish dish
In season: Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Dried eggplant and chicken (180 g) has 171 calories. That works out to 95 calories per 100 g. It contains 14 g of carbs, 18.4 g of protein, 4 g of fat and 6.7 g of fiber. Its 198 mg of Phosphorus covers 28% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g
171
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
14g
· 5% DV
Protein
18.4g
· 37% DV
Fat
4g
· 5% DV
Fiber
6.7g
· 24% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 34% · Protein 44% · Fat 22%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 171 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4 g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 0.9 g | 5% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 333 mg | 14% |
| Total carbohydrate | 14 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 6.7 g | 24% |
| Protein | 18.4 g | 37% |
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) | 180 g | 171 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 80 g | 76 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 95 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 120 g | 114 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 120 g | 114 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 150 g | 143 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 171 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 200 g | 190 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 238 kcal |
Calculated from 95 calories per 100 g.
Rehydrate the dried eggplant until pliable, then drain it well. Brown the chicken with onion, add the eggplant and a tomato-based sauce, and simmer until the chicken is cooked through and the eggplant is tender. Avoid boiling the eggplant until it falls apart.
Yes, dried eggplant should be rinsed and soaked or briefly simmered before it goes into the dish. Rehydrating it first helps it cook evenly with the chicken; drain it afterward so excess water does not dilute the sauce.
Rinse the dried eggplant well and discard its soaking water before cooking dried eggplant and chicken. If the eggplant tastes especially bitter, change the soaking water once. A balanced tomato and onion sauce also helps round out its flavor.
Yes, chicken breast works in dried eggplant and chicken, although it can become dry if simmered for too long. Cut it into even pieces and add it after the sauce and eggplant are partly cooked, then cook just until the meat is done.
Onion, garlic, black pepper, paprika, and tomato suit dried eggplant and chicken. Add hot pepper or chili flakes if you want heat, but keep the seasoning simple enough for the dried eggplant and chicken to remain the main flavors.
Yes, but fresh eggplant changes the dish’s texture and cooking method. You can add cubed fresh eggplant directly to the sauce; it will not need rehydrating, and the result will be less chewy and concentrated than dried eggplant and chicken.
Dried eggplant and chicken is generally cooked together as a saucy stew, not stuffed. That distinguishes it from Turkish kuru patlıcan dolması, where dried eggplants are filled individually with a prepared stuffing before cooking.
Yes, dried eggplant and chicken can be made in a slow cooker, but rehydrate the eggplant first. Add the chicken and sauce, then check the eggplant near the end so it becomes tender without turning mushy.
Serve dried eggplant and chicken with rice, flatbread, or a simple grain side to soak up the sauce. Plain yogurt or a crisp salad can balance the savory stew and make the meal feel more complete.
Refrigerate leftover dried eggplant and chicken in a covered container once it has cooled, rather than leaving it out for an extended time. Reheat only the portion you plan to eat until steaming hot; the eggplant may soften further after storage.
Vitamins
B6
0.43mg · 25% DV
B5
1.26mg · 25% DV
B3
3.78mg · 24% DV
B2
0.2mg · 15% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
198mg · 28% DV
Copper
0.16mg · 18% DV
Selenium
9.36µg · 17% DV
Potassium ⭐
558mg · 16% DV
Sodium
333mg · 14% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Dried eggplant and chicken brings together rehydrated, sun-dried eggplant and chicken in a home-style Turkish dish. It is commonly simmered with ingredients such as onion, tomato and spices, though recipes vary from kitchen to kitchen. Drying gives the eggplant a more concentrated, slightly earthy flavour, while slow cooking lets it soften and take on the savoury juices.
Serve it warm as a main course, often with rice, bread or a cooling spoonful of yoghurt. Its soft vegetables and tender chicken make it a satisfying option for a family meal. Chicken contributes protein, while the eggplant adds fibre; the dish is relatively low in fat. For a lighter plate, use a modest amount of oil and pair it with a crisp salad.
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.
High
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
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.9g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.26g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.72g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2.9:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.