Kung Pao chicken vs. Plantain chips — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between Kung Pao chicken and Plantain chips?
- Kung Pao chicken is richer in Selenium, and Vitamin B3, while Plantain chips are higher in Vitamin C, Vitamin E , Potassium, Vitamin B6, Copper, Vitamin K, and Vitamin B5.
- Plantain chips' daily need coverage for Saturated Fat is 35% higher.
- Plantain chips have 20 times less Selenium than Kung Pao chicken. Kung Pao chicken has 8.1µg of Selenium, while Plantain chips have 0.4µg.
- Kung Pao chicken is lower in Saturated Fat.
We used Restaurant, Chinese, kung pao chicken and Snacks, plantain chips, salted types in this comparison.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +122.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +100% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +20.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1925% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +195.8% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +260.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +27.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +171.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -49.8% |
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 B2Vitamin B2 | +37.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +243.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +352.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin E Vitamin E | +394.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +103.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +120% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +89.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +110.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +118.8% |
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Vitamin D
~0µg
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:
2.28 g
Fats:
29.59 g
Carbs:
63.84 g
Water:
2.09 g
Other:
2.2 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +328.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +3478% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +323.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +829.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +36.6% |
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
8.337 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
5.632 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
11.739 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -83.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +159.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +288.7% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
2.53 g
Sucrose:
1.86 g
Glucose:
0.63 g
Fructose:
0.54 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
50.8 g
Sucrose:
0.92 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +102.2% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +1907.9% |
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Lactose
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Maltose
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Galactose
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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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 129kcal | 531kcal |
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| Protein | 9.76g | 2.28g |
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| Fats | 6.98g | 29.59g |
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| Vitamin C | 7.1mg | 32.1mg |
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| Net carbs | 5.37g | 60.34g |
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| Carbs | 6.87g | 63.84g |
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| Cholesterol | 26mg | 0mg |
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| Magnesium | 24mg | 71mg |
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| Calcium | 20mg | 9mg |
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| Potassium | 218mg | 786mg |
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| Iron | 0.76mg | 0.97mg |
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| Sugar | 3.03g | 0.92g |
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| Fiber | 1.5g | 3.5g |
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| Copper | 0.073mg | 0.198mg |
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| Zinc | 0.74mg | 0.37mg |
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| Starch | 2.53g | 50.8g |
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| Phosphorus | 94mg | 78mg |
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| Sodium | 402mg | 202mg |
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| Vitamin A | 1299IU | 1386IU |
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| Vitamin A RAE | 65µg | 69µg |
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| Vitamin E | 1.02mg | 5.04mg |
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| Manganese | 0.256mg | 0.276mg |
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| Selenium | 8.1µg | 0.4µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.032mg | 0.065mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.055mg | 0.04mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 2.757mg | 0.802mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.5mg | 1.1mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.243mg | 0.46mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.11µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin K | 13.6µg | 28.6µg |
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| Folate | 16µg | 35µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.034g | 0.185g |
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| Choline | 37.4mg | 0mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 1.352g | 8.337g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 2.173g | 5.632g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.02g | 11.739g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.118mg |
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| Threonine | 0.407mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.431mg |
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| Leucine | 0.775mg |
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| Lysine | 0.449mg |
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| Methionine | 0.24mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.402mg |
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| Valine | 0.47mg |
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| Histidine | 0.265mg |
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| Fructose | 0.54g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.003g | 0.028g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.003g | 0g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.244g | 0.078g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.004g | 0g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g | 0g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.005g | 0g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.005g | 0.007g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.688g | 11.48g |
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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%
46%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
29%
33%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Plantain chips is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 26mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Plantain chips is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.11g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Plantain chips contains less Sodium (difference - 200mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Plantain chips is lower in glycemic index (difference - 10)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Plantain chips is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Kung Pao chicken is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 6.985g)
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.