Kung Pao chicken vs. Tamale — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between Kung Pao chicken and Tamale?
- Kung Pao chicken is richer in Vitamin B6, Vitamin B3, Vitamin A, Vitamin E, Vitamin C, and Vitamin B5, while Tamale is higher in Vitamin B12, Zinc, Fiber, and Iron.
- Tamale's daily need coverage for Vitamin B12 is 18% higher.
We used Restaurant, Chinese, kung pao chicken and Tamales (Navajo) 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 PotassiumPotassium | +66.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +15.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +47.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +35% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +45% |
| Contains more IronIron | +60.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +100% |
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 | +317.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +73.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +143.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +69.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +56.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +45.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +390.9% |
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Vitamin D
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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:
6.28 g
Fats:
6.12 g
Carbs:
18.12 g
Water:
68.1 g
Other:
1.38 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +55.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +14.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +16.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +163.8% |
~equal in
Water
~68.1g
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
2.396 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
2.739 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.688 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -43.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +339% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +26% |
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:
12.27 g
Sucrose:
0.4 g
Glucose:
0.21 g
Fructose:
0.17 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.22 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +365% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +200% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +217.6% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +385% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
~equal in
Lactose
~0g
~equal in
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 Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 129kcal | 153kcal |
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| Protein | 9.76g | 6.28g |
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| Fats | 6.98g | 6.12g |
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| Vitamin C | 7.1mg | 1.7mg |
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| Net carbs | 5.37g | 15.02g |
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| Carbs | 6.87g | 18.12g |
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| Cholesterol | 26mg | 17mg |
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| Magnesium | 24mg | 22mg |
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| Calcium | 20mg | 29mg |
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| Potassium | 218mg | 131mg |
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| Iron | 0.76mg | 1.22mg |
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| Sugar | 3.03g | 0.99g |
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| Fiber | 1.5g | 3.1g |
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| Copper | 0.073mg | 0.063mg |
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| Zinc | 0.74mg | 1.48mg |
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| Starch | 2.53g | 12.27g |
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| Phosphorus | 94mg | 99mg |
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| Sodium | 402mg | 427mg |
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| Vitamin A | 1299IU | 0IU |
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| Vitamin A | 65µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin E | 1.02mg | 0mg |
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| Manganese | 0.256mg | 0.174mg |
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| Selenium | 8.1µg | 6µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.032mg | 0.05mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.055mg | 0.08mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 2.757mg | 1.59mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.5mg | 0.205mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.243mg | 0.143mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.11µg | 0.54µg |
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| Vitamin K | 13.6µg |
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| Folate | 16µg | 15µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.034g |
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| Choline | 37.4mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 1.352g | 2.396g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 2.173g | 2.739g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.02g | 0.688g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.118mg | 0.052mg |
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| Threonine | 0.407mg | 0.239mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.431mg | 0.271mg |
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| Leucine | 0.775mg | 0.568mg |
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| Lysine | 0.449mg | 0.427mg |
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| Methionine | 0.24mg | 0.15mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.402mg | 0.275mg |
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| Valine | 0.47mg | 0.318mg |
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| Histidine | 0.265mg | 0.196mg |
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| Fructose | 0.54g | 0.17g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.003g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.003g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.244g | 0.029g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.004g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g | 0g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.005g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.005g | 0g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.688g |
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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%
15%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
29%
30%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tamale is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 9mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tamale is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.04g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Kung Pao chicken contains less Sodium (difference - 25mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Kung Pao chicken is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.044g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Kung Pao chicken is lower in glycemic index (difference - 27)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Kung Pao chicken is relatively richer in vitamins
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.