Chorizo vs. Mortadella — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are Chorizo and Mortadella different?
- Chorizo is higher in Vitamin B1, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Vitamin B3, Vitamin B5, Zinc, and Phosphorus, however, Mortadella is richer in Vitamin B2.
- Daily need coverage for Vitamin B2 from Mortadella is 11746% higher.
- Chorizo contains 5 times more Vitamin B1 than Mortadella. While Chorizo contains 0.63mg of Vitamin B1, Mortadella contains only 0.119mg.
- Mortadella has less Cholesterol.
Chorizo, pork and beef and Mortadella, beef, pork are the varieties used in this article.
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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 | +63.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +144.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +13.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +33.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +62.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +54.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +33.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +125% |
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 DVitamin D | +50% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +429.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +92% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +154.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +307.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +35.1% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +33.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +50900% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +50% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
24.1 g
Fats:
38.27 g
Carbs:
1.86 g
Water:
31.85 g
Other:
3.92 g
Protein:
16.37 g
Fats:
25.39 g
Carbs:
3.05 g
Water:
52.3 g
Other:
2.89 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +47.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +50.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +35.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +64% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +64.2% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
14.38 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
18.4 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.46 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
9.51 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
11.38 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.12 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +61.7% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -33.9% |
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Polyunsaturated fat
~3.12g
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 Sugar | Equal | ||
| Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 455kcal | 311kcal |
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| Protein | 24.1g | 16.37g |
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| Fats | 38.27g | 25.39g |
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| Net carbs | 1.86g | 3.05g |
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| Carbs | 1.86g | 3.05g |
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| Cholesterol | 88mg | 56mg |
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| Vitamin D | 61IU | 41IU |
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| Magnesium | 18mg | 11mg |
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| Calcium | 8mg | 18mg |
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| Potassium | 398mg | 163mg |
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| Iron | 1.59mg | 1.4mg |
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| Copper | 0.08mg | 0.06mg |
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| Zinc | 3.41mg | 2.1mg |
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| Phosphorus | 150mg | 97mg |
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| Sodium | 1235mg | 1246mg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.22mg | 0.22mg | |
| Vitamin D | 1.5µg | 1µg |
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| Manganese | 0.04mg | 0.03mg |
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| Selenium | 21.1µg | 22.6µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.63mg | 0.119mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.3mg | 153mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 5.131mg | 2.673mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 1.12mg | 0.44mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.53mg | 0.13mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 2µg | 1.48µg |
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| Vitamin K | 1.6µg | 1.6µg | |
| Folate | 2µg | 3µg |
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| Choline | 96.7mg | 72.2mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 14.38g | 9.51g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 18.4g | 11.38g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.46g | 3.12g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.278mg | 0.152mg |
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| Threonine | 1.473mg | 0.633mg |
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| Isoleucine | 2.206mg | 0.708mg |
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| Leucine | 1.708mg | 1.213mg |
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| Lysine | 2.414mg | 1.262mg |
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| Methionine | 0.47mg | 0.394mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 1.149mg | 0.598mg |
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| Valine | 0.914mg | 0.735mg |
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| Histidine | 0.721mg | 0.52mg |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
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| Low Glycemic Index diet | Equal | |
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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
67%
2747%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
58%
49%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Mortadella is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 32mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Mortadella is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 4.87g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chorizo contains less Sodium (difference - 11mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Chorizo is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chorizo is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar (0 g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes (28)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)