Flank steak vs. Chorizo — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between flank steak and chorizo?
- Flank steak is higher in selenium, vitamin B3, zinc, and phosphorus; however, chorizo is richer in vitamin B1, vitamin B12, vitamin B2, and vitamin B5.
- Chorizo's daily need coverage for saturated fat is 55% more.
- Flank steak has less saturated fat.
- Flank steak has a lower glycemic index (0) than chorizo (28).
We used Beef, flank, steak, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 0" fat, all grades, cooked, broiled and Chorizo, pork and beef types 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 | +27.8% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +150% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +43.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +40% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -95.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +39.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +17.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +344.4% |
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 EVitamin E | +72.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +43.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +350% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +740% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +125.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +105.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +22.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +14.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
27.66 g
Fats:
8.23 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
64.17 g
Other:
0 g
Protein:
24.1 g
Fats:
38.27 g
Carbs:
1.86 g
Water:
31.85 g
Other:
3.92 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +14.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +101.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +365% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.395 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.317 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.322 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 | -76.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +454.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +974.5% |
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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| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Sodium | 56mg | 1235mg | 51% |
| Saturated fat | 3.395g | 14.38g | 50% |
| Fats | 8.23g | 38.27g | 46% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.075mg | 0.63mg | 46% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.317g | 18.4g | 38% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.322g | 3.46g | 21% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.63µg | 2µg | 15% |
| Selenium | 29.4µg | 21.1µg | 15% |
| Zinc | 4.9mg | 3.41mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B3 | 7.363mg | 5.131mg | 14% |
| Calories | 192kcal | 455kcal | 13% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.133mg | 0.3mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.545mg | 1.12mg | 12% |
| Phosphorus | 210mg | 150mg | 9% |
| Vitamin D | 61IU | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.5µg | 8% | |
| Protein | 27.66g | 24.1g | 7% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.579mg | 0.53mg | 4% |
| Cholesterol | 79mg | 88mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 339mg | 398mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1.74mg | 1.59mg | 2% |
| Choline | 105.4mg | 96.7mg | 2% |
| Folate | 9µg | 2µg | 2% |
| Calcium | 20mg | 8mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 0g | 1.86g | 1% |
| Magnesium | 23mg | 18mg | 1% |
| Manganese | 0.009mg | 0.04mg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.38mg | 0.22mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 0g | 1.86g | N/A |
| Copper | 0.082mg | 0.08mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 1.4µg | 1.6µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.182mg | 0.278mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.105mg | 1.473mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.259mg | 2.206mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 2.201mg | 1.708mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 2.338mg | 2.414mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.72mg | 0.47mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 1.093mg | 1.149mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.372mg | 0.914mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.883mg | 0.721mg | 0% |
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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
49%
65%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
54%
58%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Flank steak is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 9mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Flank steak contains less Sodium (difference - 1179mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Flank steak is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 10.985g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Flank steak is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Flank steak is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar (0 g)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.