Kung Pao chicken vs. Falafel — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between kung Pao chicken and falafel?
- Kung Pao chicken is higher in vitamin A, selenium, and vitamin B3; however, falafel is richer in iron, copper, folate, manganese, phosphorus, magnesium, and potassium.
- Falafel's daily need coverage for iron is 33% more.
- Falafel contains 100 times less vitamin A than kung Pao chicken. Kung Pao chicken contains 1299IU of vitamin A, while falafel contains 13IU.
- Falafel has a lower glycemic index (33) than kung Pao chicken (55).
We used Restaurant, Chinese, kung pao chicken and Falafel, home-prepared 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 SeleniumSelenium | +710% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +241.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +170% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +168.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +350% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +253.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +102.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +104.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -26.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +169.9% |
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 | +343.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +6400% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +164.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +71.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +94.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +356.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +201.8% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +481.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
9.76 g
Fats:
6.98 g
Carbs:
6.87 g
Water:
74.78 g
Other:
1.61 g
Protein:
13.31 g
Fats:
17.8 g
Carbs:
31.84 g
Water:
34.62 g
Other:
2.43 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +116% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +36.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +155% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +363.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +50.9% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.352 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.173 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.02 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.383 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
10.171 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.16 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -43.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +368.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +37.7% |
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 Sodium |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 0.76mg | 3.42mg | 33% |
| Copper | 0.073mg | 0.258mg | 21% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.173g | 10.171g | 20% |
| Folate | 16µg | 93µg | 19% |
| Manganese | 0.256mg | 0.691mg | 19% |
| Fats | 6.98g | 17.8g | 17% |
| Phosphorus | 94mg | 192mg | 14% |
| Magnesium | 24mg | 82mg | 14% |
| Selenium | 8.1µg | 1µg | 13% |
| Vitamin K | 13.6µg | 11% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.757mg | 1.044mg | 11% |
| Potassium | 218mg | 585mg | 11% |
| Calories | 129kcal | 333kcal | 10% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.032mg | 0.146mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.055mg | 0.166mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.243mg | 0.125mg | 9% |
| Cholesterol | 26mg | 0mg | 9% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.02g | 4.16g | 8% |
| Carbs | 6.87g | 31.84g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 65µg | 1µg | 7% |
| Vitamin E | 1.02mg | 7% | |
| Zinc | 0.74mg | 1.5mg | 7% |
| Protein | 9.76g | 13.31g | 7% |
| Choline | 37.4mg | 7% | |
| Fiber | 1.5g | 6% | |
| Vitamin C | 7.1mg | 1.6mg | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 1.352g | 2.383g | 5% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.11µg | 0µg | 5% |
| Sodium | 402mg | 294mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.5mg | 0.292mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 20mg | 54mg | 3% |
| Fructose | 0.54g | 1% | |
| Starch | 2.53g | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 5.37g | 31.84g | N/A |
| Sugar | 3.03g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 0.034g | 0g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.118mg | 0.134mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.407mg | 0.492mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.431mg | 0.567mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.775mg | 0.944mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.449mg | 0.856mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.24mg | 0.187mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.402mg | 0.707mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.47mg | 0.562mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.265mg | 0.364mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.244g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.004g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.688g | N/A |
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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
23%
17%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
29%
60%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Kung Pao chicken is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.031g)
Which food is cheaper?
Kung Pao chicken is cheaper (difference - $4)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Kung Pao chicken is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Falafel is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 26mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Falafel is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.03g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Falafel contains less Sodium (difference - 108mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Falafel is lower in glycemic index (difference - 22)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Falafel is relatively richer in minerals