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Meatballs with Eggplant Beğendi Calories
Traditional Turkish main dish with protein and fiber
In season: Summer · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 serving (medium) of Meatballs with Eggplant Beğendi (250 g) has 398 calories. That works out to 159 calories per 100 g. It contains 21.5 g of carbs, 26.8 g of protein, 23 g of fat and 5.5 g of fiber. Its 1.8 µg of B12 covers 75% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Meatballs with Eggplant Beğendi Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 250 g
398
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
21.5g
· 8% DV
Protein
26.8g
· 54% DV
Fat
23g
· 29% DV
Fiber
5.5g
· 20% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 21% · Protein 27% · Fat 52%
Meatballs with Eggplant Beğendi nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (250 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 398 kcal | |
| Total fat | 23 g | 29% |
| Saturated fat | 7.63 g | 38% |
| Trans fat | 0.2 g | |
| Sodium | 788 mg | 34% |
| Total carbohydrate | 21.5 g | 8% |
| Fiber | 5.5 g | 20% |
| Protein | 26.8 g | 54% |
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 Meatballs with Eggplant Beğendi?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 250 g | 398 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 45 g | 72 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 90 g | 143 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 159 kcal |
| 3 piece (large) | 135 g | 215 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 180 g | 286 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 350 g | 557 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra large) | 450 g | 716 kcal |
Calculated from 159 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Meatballs with Eggplant Beğendi
What is Meatballs with Eggplant Beğendi?
Meatballs with Eggplant Beğendi is a Turkish main dish of seasoned meatballs served over beğendi, a smooth purée made with roasted eggplant. The purée is commonly enriched with milk, flour, and butter, giving it a creamy texture and smoky flavor.
How do you make Meatballs with Eggplant Beğendi?
Make Meatballs with Eggplant Beğendi by roasting and mashing eggplant, cooking it into a creamy beğendi, and serving cooked meatballs on top. Season the meatballs with onion and spices, and roast the eggplant until its flesh is soft and smoky before peeling.
What is the difference between Meatballs with Eggplant Beğendi and hünkar beğendi?
Meatballs with Eggplant Beğendi uses meatballs, while hünkar beğendi is traditionally served with pieces of lamb over the same style of eggplant purée. The dishes share the beğendi base, but differ in the meat and the way it is prepared and presented.
What should you serve with Meatballs with Eggplant Beğendi?
Serve Meatballs with Eggplant Beğendi with rice, bulgur, or a crisp salad. The creamy eggplant purée makes the dish substantial, so a fresh salad or simply cooked vegetables can balance the plate without competing with its smoky flavor.
How do you make the eggplant purée for Meatballs with Eggplant Beğendi?
For Meatballs with Eggplant Beğendi, roast the eggplants until tender, remove the skins, and mash the flesh. Stir it into a cooked flour-and-milk base, then season and heat until smooth; adding the milk gradually helps prevent lumps.
Can you prepare Meatballs with Eggplant Beğendi ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare Meatballs with Eggplant Beğendi components ahead and refrigerate them separately. Reheat the meatballs and purée before serving; if the beğendi has thickened, stir in a little milk while warming it gently.
Why do meatballs fall apart in Meatballs with Eggplant Beğendi?
Meatballs in Meatballs with Eggplant Beğendi can fall apart if the mixture is not mixed thoroughly or has not rested before cooking. Knead the mixture until cohesive, chill it briefly, and let the outside brown before turning the meatballs.
Can you freeze Meatballs with Eggplant Beğendi?
Yes, Meatballs with Eggplant Beğendi can be frozen, but the milk-based eggplant purée may separate or turn grainy when thawed. Freeze the meatballs and beğendi separately, thaw them in the refrigerator, and reheat the purée gently while stirring.
Can you make Meatballs with Eggplant Beğendi without a grill?
Yes, you can make Meatballs with Eggplant Beğendi without a grill by roasting the eggplants under a broiler or directly over a gas flame. Turn them as they cook so the skin chars evenly and the flesh becomes soft enough to mash.
How can you make Meatballs with Eggplant Beğendi lighter?
Make Meatballs with Eggplant Beğendi lighter by baking the meatballs instead of frying them and using less butter in the purée. Thoroughly roasted, well-drained eggplant gives the beğendi a rich texture without needing as much added fat.
Meatballs with Eggplant Beğendi Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
1.8µg · 75% DV
B3
7.75mg · 48% DV
B6
0.63mg · 37% DV
B2
0.38mg · 29% DV
Minerals
Selenium
31µg · 56% DV
Phosphorus
345mg · 49% DV
Zinc
4.13mg · 38% DV
Sodium
788mg · 34% DV
Potassium ⭐
635mg · 19% DV
Meatballs with Eggplant Beğendi Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Meatballs with Eggplant Beğendi
To burn the 398 calories in 1 serving (medium) (250 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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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.
What is Meatballs with Eggplant Beğendi?
Meatballs with Eggplant Beğendi is a Turkish main course of seasoned meatballs served over beğendi, a smooth purée made with roasted eggplant. The purée is commonly enriched with milk, butter and cheese, while the meatballs may be pan-fried or baked.
Smoky, soft eggplant contrasts with the savoury, warmly spiced meat. In Turkey, the dish is served hot, often with rice or a fresh salad; English-speaking diners can treat it as a hearty centrepiece and pair it with flatbread or greens. It offers protein alongside some fibre: a 100 g portion has 10.7 g of protein. For a lighter version, bake the meatballs and use less butter and cheese in the purée.
How Nutritious Is Meatballs with Eggplant Beğendi?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
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.
Is Meatballs with Eggplant Beğendi Processed?
NOVA 3
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 Meatballs with Eggplant Beğendi Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Meatballs with Eggplant Beğendi Good For?
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
Meatballs with Eggplant Beğendi Fat Profile
SATURATED
7.63g
MONOUNSATURATED
9.63g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.95g
Omega 6:3 ratio 20.2:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (20.2:1).
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