Eggplant Swiss Steak
Eggplant Swiss Steak is a hearty, comforting casserole dish that transforms the eggplant into a tender, 'steak-like' base. It typically features thick slices of eggplant coated in seasoned flour, pan-fried, and then baked in a rich tomato and bell pepper sauce with onions. This dish is a popular variation of the classic Swiss Steak, which traditionally uses beef, and is a staple in American home cooking, particularly in the South and Midwest.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is generally moderate in carbohydrates and fat, with a good amount of fiber from the eggplant and vegetables. It provides key nutrients like potassium, vitamin C, and antioxidants, and a typical serving has a rough ballpark of 250-350 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 280 kcal |
| Protein | 5 g |
| Carbs | 32 g |
| Fat | 14 g |
| Fiber | 8 g |
| Sugar | 10 g |
| Sodium | 580 mg |
| Potassium | 420 mg |
| Vitamin C | 25 mg |
| Vitamin K | 12 mcg |
| Manganese | 0.5 mg |
| Folate | 45 mcg |
| Magnesium | 28 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.2 mg |
| Copper | 0.2 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, Eggplant Swiss Steak is a classic example of American comfort food that cleverly uses a vegetable to mimic the texture and role of a traditional meat dish. Nutritionally, eggplant is a low-calorie, high-fiber vegetable rich in antioxidants like nasunin, which is found in its purple skin.
