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Rich in protein and fiber, Mediterranean cuisine, balanced mix of vegetables and meat
In season: Summer · Autumn
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 serving (medium) of Eggplant Stew with Meat (180 g) has 171 calories. That works out to 95 calories per 100 g. It contains 14.6 g of carbs, 11.2 g of protein, 7.6 g of fat and 4.9 g of fiber. Its 0.7 µg of B12 covers 29% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 38 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Eggplant Stew with Meat is a Turkish home-style dish of eggplant and pieces of meat simmered with tomato, onion and often green pepper. Cooks commonly use beef or lamb, letting the ingredients soften together in a savory, glossy sauce. Recipes vary from household to household, including how much oil is used and whether the eggplant is fried first.
The eggplant turns tender and absorbs the tomato-rich juices, while the meat makes the stew hearty. In Turkey it is often served as a main course with rice or bread, alongside yogurt or a crisp salad. The combination provides protein as well as fibre; a 100 g portion has 6.2 g of protein. For a lighter version, cook the eggplant in the stew rather than frying it, and serve with plenty of salad.
Selected: 100 g
95
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
8.1g
· 3% DV
Protein
6.2g
· 12% DV
Fat
4.2g
· 5% DV
Fiber
2.7g
· 10% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 34% · Protein 26% · Fat 40%
Vitamins
B12
0.38µg · 16% DV
B6
0.13mg · 8% DV
B1
0.08mg · 7% DV
B2
0.09mg · 7% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
88mg · 13% DV
Zinc
1mg · 9% DV
Sodium
210mg · 9% DV
Selenium
4.7µg · 9% DV
Medium
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.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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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
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.2g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.4g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.18g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3.3:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
Eggplant Stew with Meat is a home-style dish of tender eggplant and meat cooked in a tomato-based sauce, often with onion and green pepper. It is usually served hot as a main course, with bread or a grain on the side.
Eggplant Stew with Meat commonly includes eggplant, bite-size beef or lamb, onion, tomato, green pepper, oil, and seasonings. Recipes vary: some use fresh tomatoes, while others use tomato paste or add garlic for a deeper savory flavor.
Usually, no: modern eggplant is often mild and can go straight into Eggplant Stew with Meat. If yours tastes bitter, salt the cut pieces briefly, then rinse and dry them well so they do not add excess moisture to the stew.
You can leave the skin on for Eggplant Stew with Meat, especially when the eggplants are young and tender. For a softer, more even texture, peel alternating strips of skin rather than removing it all; this also helps the chunks keep their shape.
Beef chuck or another stewing cut works well in Eggplant Stew with Meat because slow cooking makes it tender. Lamb is another traditional-tasting option. Cut the meat into similar-sized pieces so they cook evenly before the eggplant becomes too soft.
No, frying is optional for Eggplant Stew with Meat. Adding the raw chunks directly to the pot makes preparation simpler and keeps the stew lighter; frying first gives the eggplant a richer taste, but it can absorb a lot of oil.
To keep Eggplant Stew with Meat from turning watery, add only a little liquid at first and avoid crowding the pot. Eggplant and tomatoes release moisture as they cook, so simmer uncovered near the end if the sauce needs to thicken.
Serve Eggplant Stew with Meat with rice, bulgur, or crusty bread to soak up its tomato sauce. Plain yogurt or a simple salad also balances the rich, savory stew without competing with the eggplant and meat.
Yes, Eggplant Stew with Meat can be made ahead and reheated gently; the flavors often meld as it rests. Cool it promptly, refrigerate it in a covered container, and stir carefully when reheating so the softened eggplant pieces stay intact.
Yes, Eggplant Stew with Meat freezes well for convenience, though thawed eggplant may be softer than freshly cooked eggplant. Cool the stew, freeze it in meal-sized airtight containers, and thaw it in the refrigerator before reheating until hot throughout.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.