Chicken fingers vs. Tikka Masala — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between chicken fingers and tikka Masala
- Chicken fingers have more vitamin B3, vitamin B6, phosphorus, and vitamin B2; however, tikka Masala is higher in fiber, iron, calcium, and vitamin B1.
- Chicken fingers cover your daily vitamin B3 needs 36% more than tikka Masala.
- Tikka Masala contains 11 times less vitamin B6 than chicken fingers. Chicken fingers contain 0.426mg of vitamin B6, while tikka Masala contains 0.04mg.
- Tikka Masala has less cholesterol.
Food varieties used in this article are Fast foods, chicken tenders and KASHI Pizza, Tikka Masala, single serve, frozen, unprepared.
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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 | +∞% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +58.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +42% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +266.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +470.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +91.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -67.9% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +79% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +228.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +965% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +81.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +25% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +31.6% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
19.22 g
Fats:
13.95 g
Carbs:
17.25 g
Water:
46.64 g
Other:
2.94 g
Protein:
10.2 g
Fats:
5.9 g
Carbs:
29.5 g
Water:
49 g
Other:
5.4 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +88.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +136.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +71% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +83.7% |
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Water
~49g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.493 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.83 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.783 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.1 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.5 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +222% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +478.3% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -15.8% |
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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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B3 | 8.217mg | 2.5mg | 36% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.783g | 1g | 32% |
| Selenium | 17.5µg | 32% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.426mg | 0.04mg | 30% |
| Phosphorus | 282mg | 77mg | 29% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.244mg | 25% | |
| Sodium | 769mg | 247mg | 23% |
| Vitamin E | 3.17mg | 21% | |
| Fiber | 1.2g | 6g | 19% |
| Protein | 19.22g | 10.2g | 18% |
| Cholesterol | 48mg | 8mg | 13% |
| Fats | 13.95g | 5.9g | 12% |
| Manganese | 0.228mg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 17mg | 97mg | 8% |
| Copper | 0.069mg | 8% | |
| Choline | 43.7mg | 8% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.83g | 1.5g | 8% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.11mg | 0.2mg | 8% |
| Iron | 0.73mg | 1.4mg | 8% |
| Magnesium | 28mg | 7% | |
| Starch | 17.03g | 7% | |
| Vitamin K | 8µg | 7% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.179mg | 0.1mg | 6% |
| Calories | 271kcal | 191kcal | 4% |
| Potassium | 373mg | 236mg | 4% |
| Carbs | 17.25g | 29.5g | 4% |
| Zinc | 0.71mg | 0.5mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.16µg | 0.2µg | 2% |
| Folate | 19µg | 25µg | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 2.493g | 2.1g | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 7IU | 0IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 1.1mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 16.05g | 23.5g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.4g | 4g | N/A |
| Vitamin A | 3µg | 0% | |
| Trans fat | 0.052g | 0g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.222mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.803mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.845mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.553mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 1.616mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.518mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 1.437mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.908mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.655mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.211g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.015g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.008g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.007g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 5.439g | 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
42%
13%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
47%
18%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tikka Masala is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 40mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Tikka Masala contains less Sodium (difference - 522mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Tikka Masala is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.393g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tikka Masala is lower in glycemic index (difference - 46)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chicken fingers is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.6g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Chicken fingers is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chicken fingers is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)