General tso's chicken vs. Onion rings — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between general tso's chicken and onion rings
- General tso's chicken is richer in selenium, vitamin B3, vitamin B12, zinc, phosphorus, vitamin B6, and vitamin B5, yet onion rings is richer in vitamin B1 and manganese.
- Daily need coverage for cholesterol for general tso's chicken is 18% higher.
- Onion rings contains less cholesterol.
Food types used in this article are Restaurant, Chinese, general tso's chicken and Onion rings, breaded, par fried, frozen, prepared, heated in oven.
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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 | +63.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +209.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +78.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +157.1% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +158.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +58.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -14.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +364% |
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 EVitamin E | +163% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +111.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +109.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +72.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +12% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +287.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +585.2% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +200% |
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:
4.14 g
Fats:
14.3 g
Carbs:
33.79 g
Water:
46.37 g
Other:
1.4 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +211.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +14.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +14.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +40.9% |
~equal in
Water
~46.37g
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
2.137 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
7.633 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +29.3% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -22.6% |
~equal in
Polyunsaturated fat
~7.633g
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:
25.58 g
Sucrose:
1.76 g
Glucose:
1.31 g
Fructose:
1.26 g
Lactose:
0.11 g
Maltose:
0.66 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +494.3% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +116.2% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +111.3% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +147.1% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
~equal in
Galactose
~0g
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 |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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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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| Cholesterol | 53mg | 0mg | 18% |
| Protein | 12.9g | 4.14g | 18% |
| Selenium | 14.4µg | 5.6µg | 16% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.027mg | 0.185mg | 13% |
| Manganese | 0.075mg | 0.348mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.853mg | 1.349mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.22µg | 0µg | 9% |
| Zinc | 1.3mg | 0.42mg | 8% |
| Phosphorus | 127mg | 71mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.202mg | 0.117mg | 7% |
| Choline | 41.5mg | 10.7mg | 6% |
| Folate | 11µg | 33µg | 6% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.617mg | 0.294mg | 6% |
| Starch | 11.83g | 25.58g | 6% |
| Fiber | 0.9g | 2.2g | 5% |
| Vitamin E | 1.21mg | 0.46mg | 5% |
| Fats | 16.36g | 14.3g | 3% |
| Carbs | 23.99g | 33.79g | 3% |
| Sodium | 435mg | 370mg | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 38.2µg | 34.1µg | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 2.76g | 2.137g | 3% |
| Copper | 0.046mg | 0.073mg | 3% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.879g | 3g | 2% |
| Calcium | 12mg | 31mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 201mg | 123mg | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 7.501g | 7.633g | 1% |
| Fructose | 0.51g | 1.26g | 1% |
| Calories | 295kcal | 276kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 11µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Iron | 1.16mg | 1.25mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 6IU | 0IU | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 1.6mg | 1.6mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 23.09g | 31.59g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 18mg | 17mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 11.6g | 5.1g | N/A |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.118mg | 0.116mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.09g | 0.053g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.142mg | 0.07mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.552mg | 0.15mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.564mg | 0.214mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.026mg | 0.35mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.089mg | 0.151mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.332mg | 0.081mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.563mg | 0.243mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.607mg | 0.216mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.333mg | 0.109mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.005g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.005g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.84g | 0.789g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.006g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.005g | 0.047g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.01g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.011g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 6.47g | 6.346g | 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%
21%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
33%
27%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Onion rings is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 53mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Onion rings is lower in Sugar (difference - 6.5g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Onion rings contains less Sodium (difference - 65mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Onion rings is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.623g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
General tso's chicken is relatively richer in vitamins
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.