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Irregular oval eggplant pieces with a thin strip of deep-purple skin and a craggy golden-brown coating are arranged on a plate, with pale flesh visible at a few broken edges.

Eggplant fritter Calories

Fried battered eggplant snack

In season: Summer · Autumn

CALORIES · 100 G

238kcal

GI

58medium

POTASSIUM · 100 G

210mg

FIBER · 100 G

3.6g

Quick answer

1 piece (medium) of Eggplant fritter (80 g) has 190 calories. That works out to 238 calories per 100 g. It contains 19.8 g of carbs, 3.3 g of protein, 11.1 g of fat and 2.9 g of fiber. Its 1.5 mg of Vitamin E covers 10% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.

Eggplant fritter Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 80 g

190

KCAL / 80G

Carbs

19.8g

· 7% DV

Protein

3.3g

· 7% DV

Fat

11.1g

· 14% DV

Fiber

2.9g

· 10% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 41% · Protein 7% · Fat 52%

Eggplant fritter nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (80 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories190 kcal
Total fat11.1 g14%
Saturated fat1.76 g9%
Trans fat0.05 g
Sodium256 mg11%
Total carbohydrate19.8 g7%
Fiber2.9 g10%
Protein3.3 g7%

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 Medium Eggplant fritter?

ServingAmountCalories
1 piece (medium)80 g190 kcal
1 piece (small)45 g107 kcal
100 g100 g238 kcal
1 piece (large)120 g286 kcal
1 cup (chopped)130 g309 kcal
1 serving (medium)150 g357 kcal
2 piece (double)160 g381 kcal
1 serving (large)220 g524 kcal
3 piece (triple)240 g571 kcal

Calculated from 238 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Eggplant fritter

What is an eggplant fritter made of?

An eggplant fritter is made from eggplant slices coated in batter or flour and fried until golden. Recipes vary: some use an egg-based coating, while others use a thinner batter.

How do you make eggplant fritters crispy?

For crisp eggplant fritters, pat the slices dry, use properly heated oil, and fry in small batches. Crowding the pan traps steam, which softens the coating instead of letting it crisp.

Why are my eggplant fritters soggy or greasy?

Eggplant fritters often turn greasy when the oil is not hot enough, and soggy when the slices are wet or crowded in the pan. Dry the eggplant well and leave space between pieces as they fry.

Do you need to salt eggplant before making eggplant fritters?

No, salting eggplant first is usually optional for eggplant fritters. It can draw out moisture from especially watery slices, but pat the slices dry afterward so they do not make the coating soggy.

What sauce goes well with eggplant fritters?

Garlic yogurt sauce, tzatziki, or a lemony tomato dip pairs well with eggplant fritters. The cool, tangy sauce balances the fried coating; serve it on the side to keep the fritters crisp.

Can you bake eggplant fritters instead of frying them?

Yes, you can bake eggplant fritters, though they usually have a softer coating than fried ones. Arrange the coated slices in a single layer on an oiled baking tray and turn them as they brown.

Can you make eggplant fritters in an air fryer?

Yes, eggplant fritters can be cooked in an air fryer. Arrange them in one layer, lightly coat the outside with oil, and cook until browned, turning once so both sides cook evenly.

How do you keep leftover eggplant fritters from getting soggy?

Let leftover eggplant fritters cool before refrigerating them in a covered container. Reheat them in an oven or air fryer rather than a microwave; dry circulating heat helps restore some crispness.

Can eggplant fritters be frozen?

Yes, cooked eggplant fritters can be frozen, although the coating may soften after thawing. Freeze the pieces separately first, then store them together, and reheat from frozen in an oven until hot.

Do eggplant fritters contain fish?

No, eggplant fritters contain eggplant, not fish. The name refers to the fried, battered preparation; recipes commonly use a flour-based coating, sometimes with egg.

Eggplant fritter Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Vitamin E

1.52mg · 10% DV

Vitamin K

11.2µg · 9% DV

Folate

22.4µg · 6% DV

B1

0.06mg · 5% DV

Minerals

Sodium

256mg · 11% DV

Selenium

4.8µg · 9% DV

Copper

0.07mg · 8% DV

Phosphorus

46mg · 7% DV

Potassium ⭐

168mg · 5% DV

Eggplant fritter Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

58
Medium
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

11.2
Medium

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Eggplant fritter

To burn the 190 calories in 1 piece (medium) (80 g):

🚶

47min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

19min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

26min

Cycling

🏊

22min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Eggplant fritter?

Eggplant fritter is a Turkish home-style dish made by coating slices of eggplant in a simple flour-and-egg batter and frying them until golden. Despite the name patlıcan balığı, meaning “eggplant fish,” it contains no fish. The eggplant turns tender inside while the coating becomes crisp, so it is best served hot, soon after cooking.

In Turkey, it is often served as a side or a light meal, with garlic yogurt, tomato sauce or a fresh salad. It also works well as part of a summer spread. As a fried dish, it is relatively rich in fat: 100 g provides 13.9 g. For a lighter version, bake the coated slices with a little oil and serve with yogurt.

How Nutritious Is Eggplant fritter?

Nutrient density

Medium

39/ 100

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

40/ 100

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 Eggplant fritter 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 Eggplant fritter Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten yes
Dairy free
Eggs yes
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Eggplant fritter Good For?

Vegan

— Not suitable

Vegetarian

✓ 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

Eggplant fritter Fat Profile

SATURATED

1.76g

MONOUNSATURATED

4.32g

POLYUNSATURATED

3.52g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 84:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (84:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.