General tso's chicken vs. Chinese egg rolls — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are general tso's chicken and chinese egg rolls different?
- General tso's chicken is higher in selenium, zinc, and phosphorus; however, chinese egg rolls are richer in vitamin K, vitamin B1, copper, vitamin B12, manganese, and fiber.
- Daily need coverage for selenium for general tso's chicken is 26% higher.
- General tso's chicken contains 3 times more cholesterol than chinese egg rolls. While general tso's chicken contains 53mg of cholesterol, chinese egg rolls contain only 16mg.
Restaurant, Chinese, general tso's chicken and Restaurant, Chinese, egg rolls, assorted 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 PotassiumPotassium | +21.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +109.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +49.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +233.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +21.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +221.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +226.7% |
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 | +53.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +62.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +21% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +131.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +511.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +54.2% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
12.9 g
Fats:
16.36 g
Carbs:
23.99 g
Water:
45.15 g
Other:
1.6 g
Protein:
8.28 g
Fats:
11.94 g
Carbs:
27.29 g
Water:
50.6 g
Other:
1.89 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +55.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +37% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +13.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +12.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +18.1% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.76 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.879 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
7.501 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.116 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.036 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.601 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +27.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +33.9% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -23.3% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
11.83 g
Sucrose:
10.46 g
Glucose:
0.62 g
Fructose:
0.51 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
19.8 g
Sucrose:
0.52 g
Glucose:
1.4 g
Fructose:
0.73 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
1.14 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +1911.5% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +67.4% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +125.8% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +43.1% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
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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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 14.4µg | 0µg | 26% |
| Vitamin K | 38.2µg | 58.9µg | 17% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 7.501g | 5.601g | 13% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.027mg | 0.165mg | 12% |
| Cholesterol | 53mg | 16mg | 12% |
| Copper | 0.046mg | 0.148mg | 11% |
| Protein | 12.9g | 8.28g | 9% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.22µg | 0.44µg | 9% |
| Vitamin E | 1.21mg | 8% | |
| Fats | 16.36g | 11.94g | 7% |
| Fiber | 0.9g | 2.6g | 7% |
| Manganese | 0.075mg | 0.245mg | 7% |
| Zinc | 1.3mg | 0.62mg | 6% |
| Phosphorus | 127mg | 85mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.617mg | 0.38mg | 5% |
| Choline | 41.5mg | 17.9mg | 4% |
| Folate | 11µg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 12mg | 40mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1.16mg | 1.41mg | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 2.76g | 2.116g | 3% |
| Starch | 11.83g | 19.8g | 3% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.118mg | 0.077mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.202mg | 0.167mg | 3% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.879g | 3.036g | 2% |
| Calories | 295kcal | 250kcal | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 1.6mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.853mg | 2.725mg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 11µg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 435mg | 468mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 201mg | 165mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 6IU | 1% | |
| Carbs | 23.99g | 27.29g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 23.09g | 24.69g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 18mg | 18mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 11.6g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 0.09g | 0.103g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.142mg | 0.066mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.552mg | 0.339mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.564mg | 0.296mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.026mg | 0.581mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.089mg | 0.368mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.332mg | 0.147mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.563mg | 0.36mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.607mg | 0.331mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.333mg | 0.183mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.51g | 0.73g | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.84g | 0.636g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.006g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.005g | 0.02g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.01g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.011g | 0.007g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 6.47g | 4.871g | N/A |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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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
28%
29%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
33%
29%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
General tso's chicken contains less Sodium (difference - 33mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
General tso's chicken is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Chinese egg rolls is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 37mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chinese egg rolls is lower in Sugar (difference - 11.6g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Chinese egg rolls is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.644g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes ()
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
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.