General tso's chicken vs. Pilaf — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between General tso's chicken and Pilaf
- General tso's chicken has more Vitamin K, however, Pilaf is richer in Folate, Vitamin B1, Manganese, Selenium, Vitamin B3, Iron, and Vitamin B6.
- Pilaf covers your daily Folate needs 50% more than General tso's chicken.
- Pilaf has 76 times less Vitamin K than General tso's chicken. General tso's chicken has 38.2µg of Vitamin K, while Pilaf has 0.5µg.
- Pilaf contains less Cholesterol.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Restaurant, Chinese, general tso's chicken and Rice and vermicelli mix, rice pilaf flavor, 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 ZincZinc | +28.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -66.6% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +77.8% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +591.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +110.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +260.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +21.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1076% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +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 AVitamin A | +571.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +2925% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +35.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +1000% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +7540% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +137.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +156.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +2133.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +114.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +15.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +98% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1827.3% |
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:
10.42 g
Fats:
1.37 g
Carbs:
76.31 g
Water:
8.04 g
Other:
3.86 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +23.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1094.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +461.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +218.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +141.3% |
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
0.307 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.373 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.377 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +939.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1889.7% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -88.9% |
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:
71.23 g
Sucrose:
0.3 g
Glucose:
0.1 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
1.13 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +3386.7% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +520% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +502.1% |
| 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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 295kcal | 359kcal |
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| Protein | 12.9g | 10.42g |
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| Fats | 16.36g | 1.37g |
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| Vitamin C | 1.6mg | 4.1mg |
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| Net carbs | 23.09g | 75.11g |
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| Carbs | 23.99g | 76.31g |
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| Cholesterol | 53mg | 1mg |
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| Vitamin D | 6IU | 0IU |
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| Magnesium | 18mg | 32mg |
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| Calcium | 12mg | 83mg |
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| Potassium | 201mg | 188mg |
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| Iron | 1.16mg | 2.44mg |
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| Sugar | 11.6g | 1.53g |
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| Fiber | 0.9g | 1.2g |
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| Copper | 0.046mg | 0.166mg |
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| Zinc | 1.3mg | 1.01mg |
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| Starch | 11.83g | 71.23g |
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| Phosphorus | 127mg | 154mg |
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| Sodium | 435mg | 1303mg |
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| Vitamin A | 94IU | 14IU |
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| Vitamin A RAE | 11µg | 4µg |
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| Vitamin E | 1.21mg | 0.04mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 0µg |
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| Manganese | 0.075mg | 0.882mg |
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| Selenium | 14.4µg | 32.4µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.027mg | 0.603mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.118mg | 0.087mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 2.853mg | 6.127mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.617mg | 0.715mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.202mg | 0.4mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.22µg | 0.02µg |
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| Vitamin K | 38.2µg | 0.5µg |
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| Folate | 11µg | 212µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.09g | 0g |
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| Choline | 41.5mg | 17.5mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 2.76g | 0.307g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 3.879g | 0.373g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 7.501g | 0.377g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.142mg | 0.086mg |
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| Threonine | 0.552mg | 0.221mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.564mg | 0.279mg |
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| Leucine | 1.026mg | 0.523mg |
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| Lysine | 1.089mg | 0.189mg |
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| Methionine | 0.332mg | 0.145mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.563mg | 0.32mg |
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| Valine | 0.607mg | 0.374mg |
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| Histidine | 0.333mg | 0.15mg |
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| Fructose | 0.51g | 0g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.005g | 0g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.005g | 0g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.84g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.006g | 0g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.005g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.01g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.011g | 0g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 6.47g |
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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%
47%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
33%
77%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Pilaf is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 52mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pilaf is lower in Sugar (difference - 10.07g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Pilaf is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 2.453g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Pilaf is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
General tso's chicken contains less Sodium (difference - 868mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
General tso's chicken is lower in glycemic index (difference - 60)
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.