How many calories are in Mesaka'a (Egyptian Moussaka)?

A typical serving of Mesaka'a (1 plate, 250g) has about 265 calories, with 6 g protein, 20 g carbs and 18 g fat.

مسقعة

265 kcal

Calories

6 g

Protein

20 g

Carbs

18 g

Fat

Calories by portion size

Approximate values, scaled from the typical serving.

PortionAmountCaloriesProtein
Small (0.75×)about 187.5 g199 kcal4.5 g
Typical (1×)1 plate, 250g265 kcal6 g
Large (1.5×)about 375 g398 kcal9 g

Macros per typical serving

NutrientAmount% of calories
Calories265 kcal100%
Protein6 g9%
Carbs20 g30%
Fat18 g61%

Percent of calories uses 4 kcal per gram of protein and carbs and 9 kcal per gram of fat.

Lighter version

Grill or bake the eggplant instead of frying it, which removes much of the oil.

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Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Mesaka'a?

A typical serving of Mesaka'a (1 plate, 250g) has about 265 calories.

How much protein is in Mesaka'a?

A typical serving of Mesaka'a has about 6 g of protein, along with 20 g of carbs and 18 g of fat.

Is Mesaka'a OK for weight loss?

In moderation, yes. A typical serving is about 265 kcal, so it can fit a weight loss plan when it stays within your daily calorie target. For a lighter meal, have a small portion (about 199 kcal). Grill or bake the eggplant instead of frying it, which removes much of the oil.

How many calories are in a large portion of Mesaka'a?

A large portion, about 1.5 times a typical serving (around 375 g), has about 398 kcal and 9 g of protein.

How we estimate

These values are typical-serving estimates built from common recipes and standard ingredient nutrition data from USDA FoodData Central. Real values vary with the recipe, the amount of oil or ghee, and the portion size. USDA FoodData Central

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