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Baked stuffed eggplant dish with ground meat and mushrooms
In season: Summer · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Mushroom-stuffed eggplant with ground meat (260 g) has 333 calories. That works out to 128 calories per 100 g. It contains 17.4 g of carbs, 21.1 g of protein, 19.2 g of fat and 6.2 g of fiber. Its 1.9 µg of B12 covers 78% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 20 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 260 g
333
KCAL / 260G
Carbs
17.4g
· 6% DV
Protein
21.1g
· 42% DV
Fat
19.2g
· 25% DV
Fiber
6.2g
· 22% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 21% · Protein 26% · Fat 53%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 333 kcal | |
| Total fat | 19.2 g | 25% |
| Saturated fat | 5.72 g | 29% |
| Trans fat | 0.21 g | |
| Sodium | 624 mg | 27% |
| Total carbohydrate | 17.4 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 6.2 g | 22% |
| Protein | 21.1 g | 42% |
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 piece (medium) | 260 g | 333 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 128 kcal |
| 1 piece (half) | 130 g | 166 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 180 g | 230 kcal |
| 1 cup (diced) | 210 g | 269 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 220 g | 282 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 300 g | 384 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 340 g | 435 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 420 g | 538 kcal |
Calculated from 128 calories per 100 g.
Mushroom-stuffed eggplant with ground meat is a baked dish of softened eggplant filled with a savory mixture of minced meat and mushrooms. Turkish versions often add onion, tomato, and pepper to the filling and serve the eggplant hot.
To make mushroom-stuffed eggplant with ground meat, soften halved eggplants in the oven, cook the meat, mushrooms, and aromatics in a pan, then fill the eggplants. Add tomato sauce and bake until tender and hot throughout.
Mushroom-stuffed eggplant with ground meat is a variation of Turkish karnıyarık, which is usually filled with minced meat and vegetables. The defining extra is mushrooms in the filling; traditional versions do not always include them.
You usually do not need to peel eggplant for mushroom-stuffed eggplant with ground meat. The skin helps the halves hold their shape while baking, though you can peel strips lengthwise if you prefer a softer bite.
Cook the mushrooms until their released liquid evaporates before filling the eggplant. Also avoid overcrowding the pan, and use a thick tomato sauce; excess moisture in either the filling or sauce can leave the finished dish watery.
Yes, you can bake or roast the eggplant instead of frying it. Brush the cut surfaces lightly with oil and cook until tender before adding the filling; this keeps the dish flavorful while avoiding the extra oil absorbed during frying.
Yes, you can prepare mushroom-stuffed eggplant with ground meat ahead by cooking the filling and softening the eggplant separately. Refrigerate them in covered containers, then assemble and bake before serving so the eggplant does not sit in the filling for too long.
Serve mushroom-stuffed eggplant with ground meat alongside rice, bulgur, or crusty bread to make the most of its tomato sauce. A crisp salad or plain yogurt also balances the rich filling without competing with the mushrooms.
Mushroom-stuffed eggplant with ground meat keeps for up to 3 days in the refrigerator when cooled promptly and stored in a covered container. Reheat only the portion you plan to eat, until it is hot throughout.
Yes, mushroom-stuffed eggplant with ground meat can be frozen in airtight, portion-sized containers. The eggplant may become softer after thawing, so cool the dish first, thaw it in the refrigerator, and reheat it thoroughly before serving.
Vitamins
B12
1.87µg · 78% DV
B3
8.06mg · 50% DV
B6
0.47mg · 28% DV
Biotin
7.8µg · 26% DV
Minerals
Selenium
22µg · 40% DV
Copper
0.36mg · 40% DV
Phosphorus
265mg · 38% DV
Zinc
3.9mg · 35% DV
Sodium
624mg · 27% DV
Potassium ⭐
741mg · 22% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
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Mushroom-stuffed eggplant with ground meat is a Turkish take on karnıyarık, a dish of split eggplants filled with a savoury mixture. Here, the filling combines minced meat with mushrooms, usually alongside onion and tomato, and the stuffed eggplants are baked until tender. The soft eggplant balances the hearty meat, while mushrooms bring an earthy flavour. In Turkey it is commonly served hot as a main course, often with rice and yoghurt or cacık; a fresh salad makes a good accompaniment too. The meat makes it a source of protein, while the vegetables contribute some fibre. For a lighter version, bake the eggplant rather than frying it first and use a moderate amount of oil.
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
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
5.72g
MONOUNSATURATED
8.06g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.34g
Omega 6:3 ratio 18.7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (18.7:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.