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Eggplantなす · Nasu · มะเขือม่วง

Low-calorie, fiber-rich fruit vegetable; grilling or steaming preserves texture; brief salt-water soak reduces bitterness.

Overview

Glossy purple fruit vegetable used widely in Japanese cooking.

  • Standard portion: 100 g
  • Approx. 25 kcal per serving
Serving guidanceShow details

Best with

  • Miso soup (adds umami)
  • Firm tofu (adds protein)
  • Ginger–soy (brightens)
  • Brown rice (neutral base)
  • Shiso leaves (fresh aroma)

Use caution with

  • Excess deep-frying oil (soaks easily)
  • Heavy cream (overpowers)
  • Very salty pickles (sodium load)
Pros & consShow details

Pros

  • Low calorie
  • Good fiber
  • Absorbs flavors

Cons

  • Soaks oil easily
  • Can turn mushy
  • May brown when cut
Calorie comparisonShow details
Calories, protein, carbs, and fat (PCF) by serving unit.
ServingCaloriesProtein (P)Carbs (C)Fat (F)
1 serve100 g
25 kcal1 g6 g0 g
Per 50 g50 g
12.5 kcal0.5 g3 g0 g
Per 100 g100 g
25 kcal1 g6 g0 g
Per 150 g150 g
38 kcal1.5 g9 g0 g
Per 200 g200 g
50 kcal2 g12 g0 g
Per 250 g250 g
63 kcal2.5 g15 g0 g

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Nutrition facts label

Amount: 100 gLabel serving size: 100 g
Calories25 kcal
NutrientAdult % DV
Nutrition facts for selected amount
NutrientAmount · Adult % DV
Protein1 g2% of adult daily value
Net Carbs3 g1.1% of adult daily value
Fat0 g0% of adult daily value
Fiber3 g11% of adult daily value
Sodium
Total Carbs6 g2.2% of adult daily value
Sugar
Potassium230 mg4.9% of adult daily value

Percent daily values are based on standard adult recommended intake.

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