Beefsteak raw vs. Chorizo — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between beefsteak raw and chorizo
- Beefsteak raw has more vitamin B12, zinc, selenium, and phosphorus; however, chorizo is higher in vitamin B1, vitamin D, and vitamin B2.
- Chorizo covers your daily need for saturated fat, 63% more than beefsteak raw.
- Beefsteak raw has 2 times more zinc than chorizo. While beefsteak raw has 5.3mg of zinc, chorizo has only 3.41mg.
- Beefsteak raw has less cholesterol.
- The glycemic index of chorizo is higher.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Beef, loin, top sirloin cap steak, boneless, separable lean only, trimmed to 1/8" fat, all grades, raw and Chorizo, pork and beef.
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Mineral Comparison
Mineral comparison score is based on the number of minerals by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +38.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +25.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +55.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +46.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -95.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +32.2% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +60% |
Vitamin Comparison
Vitamin comparison score is based on the number of vitamins by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +34.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +50% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +1400% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +740% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +64.8% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
21.38 g
Fats:
5.36 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
72.93 g
Other:
0.33 g
Protein:
24.1 g
Fats:
38.27 g
Carbs:
1.86 g
Water:
31.85 g
Other:
3.92 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +129% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +12.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +614% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +1087.9% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.875 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.354 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.189 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
14.38 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
18.4 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.46 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -87% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +681.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1730.7% |
Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Saturated fat | 1.875g | 14.38g | 57% |
| Fats | 5.36g | 38.27g | 51% |
| Sodium | 55mg | 1235mg | 51% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.075mg | 0.63mg | 46% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.354g | 18.4g | 40% |
| Vitamin B12 | 2.69µg | 2µg | 29% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.189g | 3.46g | 22% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.12mg | 22% | |
| Choline | 96.7mg | 18% | |
| Zinc | 5.3mg | 3.41mg | 17% |
| Calories | 134kcal | 455kcal | 16% |
| Selenium | 27.9µg | 21.1µg | 12% |
| Phosphorus | 220mg | 150mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.182mg | 0.3mg | 9% |
| Vitamin D | 3IU | 61IU | 7% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 1.5µg | 7% |
| Cholesterol | 67mg | 88mg | 7% |
| Protein | 21.38g | 24.1g | 5% |
| Iron | 2mg | 1.59mg | 5% |
| Magnesium | 25mg | 18mg | 2% |
| Manganese | 0.04mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.543mg | 0.53mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 5.048mg | 5.131mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 375mg | 398mg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.22mg | 1% | |
| Carbs | 0g | 1.86g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 0g | 1.86g | N/A |
| Calcium | 5mg | 8mg | 0% |
| Copper | 0.079mg | 0.08mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 2µg | 0µg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 1.5µg | 1.6µg | 0% |
| Folate | 3µg | 2µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.253g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.262mg | 0.278mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.099mg | 1.473mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.09mg | 2.206mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 2.011mg | 1.708mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 2.247mg | 2.414mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.621mg | 0.47mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.931mg | 1.149mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.152mg | 0.914mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.868mg | 0.721mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.008g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.007g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.142g | N/A |
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Vitamins & Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
The summary scores indicate the extent to which this food can fulfill your daily vitamin and mineral requirements if you consume 3 servings, consisting of 100 grams of each (an approximation of 3 serving sizes).
Vitamins Daily Need Coverage Score
48%
65%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
55%
58%
Comparison summary
Which food is cheaper?
Chorizo is cheaper (difference - $2.4)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chorizo is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Beefsteak raw is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 21mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Beefsteak raw contains less Sodium (difference - 1180mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Beefsteak raw is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 12.505g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Beefsteak raw is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar (0 g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.