Kung Pao chicken vs. Pupusas — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are kung Pao chicken and pupusas different?
- Kung Pao chicken is higher in vitamin K, vitamin C, and vitamin A; however, pupusas are richer in selenium, phosphorus, zinc, and vitamin B12.
- Daily need coverage for selenium for pupusas is 18% higher.
- Kung Pao chicken contains 71 times more vitamin C than pupusas. While kung Pao chicken contains 7.1mg of vitamin C, pupusas contain only 0.1mg.
- Kung Pao chicken has less saturated fat.
Restaurant, Chinese, kung pao chicken and Restaurant, Latino, pupusas del cerdo (pupusas, pork) 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 CopperCopper | +12.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +61% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +58.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +145% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +17% |
| Contains more IronIron | +32.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +118.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +72.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +119.8% |
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 CVitamin C | +7000% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +550% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +191.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +16.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +1136.4% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +300% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +159.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +58.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +28% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +154.5% |
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:
11.51 g
Fats:
10.43 g
Carbs:
23.02 g
Water:
53.12 g
Other:
1.92 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +40.8% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +17.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +49.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +235.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +19.3% |
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
3.166 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.964 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.205 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -57.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +37% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +82.4% |
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:
18.98 g
Sucrose:
0.38 g
Glucose:
0.34 g
Fructose:
0.33 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.39 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +389.5% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +85.3% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +63.6% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +650.2% |
| 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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 8.1µg | 17.8µg | 18% |
| Vitamin K | 13.6µg | 1.1µg | 10% |
| Phosphorus | 94mg | 162mg | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 1.352g | 3.166g | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 7.1mg | 0.1mg | 8% |
| Zinc | 0.74mg | 1.62mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.11µg | 0.28µg | 7% |
| Starch | 2.53g | 18.98g | 7% |
| Vitamin A | 65µg | 10µg | 6% |
| Calories | 129kcal | 232kcal | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.02g | 2.205g | 5% |
| Fats | 6.98g | 10.43g | 5% |
| Carbs | 6.87g | 23.02g | 5% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.7µg | 4% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.032mg | 0.083mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1.5g | 2.6g | 4% |
| Protein | 9.76g | 11.51g | 4% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 28IU | 4% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.173g | 3.964g | 4% |
| Manganese | 0.256mg | 0.159mg | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 1.02mg | 0.35mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 20mg | 49mg | 3% |
| Iron | 0.76mg | 1.01mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 24mg | 38mg | 3% |
| Folate | 16µg | 4µg | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.5mg | 0.64mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.055mg | 0.087mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.757mg | 2.373mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.243mg | 0.23mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 402mg | 426mg | 1% |
| Copper | 0.073mg | 0.065mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 218mg | 255mg | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 26mg | 29mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 5.37g | 20.42g | N/A |
| Sugar | 3.03g | 1.45g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.034g | 0.083g | N/A |
| Choline | 37.4mg | 38.4mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.118mg | 0.121mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.407mg | 0.46mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.431mg | 0.456mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.775mg | 0.976mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.449mg | 0.784mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.24mg | 0.268mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.402mg | 0.463mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.47mg | 0.531mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.265mg | 0.354mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.54g | 0.33g | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.003g | 0.004g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.003g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.244g | 0.087g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.004g | 0.006g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0g | 0.007g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.005g | 0.01g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.005g | 0.045g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.688g | 1.95g | 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
23%
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
29%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pupusas is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.58g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pupusas is lower in glycemic index (difference - 55)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Pupusas is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Kung Pao chicken is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 3mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Kung Pao chicken contains less Sodium (difference - 24mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Kung Pao chicken is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.814g)
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.