Kung Pao chicken vs. Tortilla chips — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between kung Pao chicken and tortilla chips
- Kung Pao chicken is higher in vitamin B3, yet tortilla chips are higher in phosphorus, vitamin E, fiber, magnesium, vitamin B1,2, iron, vitamin B1, and calcium.
- Tortilla chips cover your daily phosphorus needs 19% more than kung Pao chicken.
- The glycemic index of kung Pao chicken is lower.
Food varieties used in this article are Restaurant, Chinese, kung pao chicken and Snacks, tortilla chips, plain, white corn, salted.
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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 | +19.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +84.1% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +250% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +430% |
| Contains more IronIron | +100% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +32.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +86.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +139.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -18.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +51.6% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +229% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +68.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +35.8% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +33.3% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +92.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +246.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +337.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +27.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +227.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +53.7% |
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:
7.1 g
Fats:
20.68 g
Carbs:
67.78 g
Water:
2.64 g
Other:
1.8 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +37.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +2732.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +196.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +886.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +11.8% |
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
2.811 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.664 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
10.769 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -51.9% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +160.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +256.6% |
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:
62.53 g
Sucrose:
0.78 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +138.5% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +2371.5% |
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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 Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.02g | 10.769g | 52% |
| Starch | 2.53g | 62.53g | 25% |
| Fats | 6.98g | 20.68g | 21% |
| Carbs | 6.87g | 67.78g | 20% |
| Phosphorus | 94mg | 225mg | 19% |
| Calories | 129kcal | 472kcal | 17% |
| Vitamin E | 1.02mg | 3.53mg | 17% |
| Fiber | 1.5g | 5.4g | 16% |
| Magnesium | 24mg | 84mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.757mg | 0.838mg | 12% |
| Iron | 0.76mg | 1.52mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.11µg | 0.36µg | 10% |
| Calcium | 20mg | 106mg | 9% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.173g | 5.664g | 9% |
| Cholesterol | 26mg | 0mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.032mg | 0.14mg | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 7.1mg | 0mg | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 1.352g | 2.811g | 7% |
| Vitamin A | 65µg | 0µg | 7% |
| Selenium | 8.1µg | 4.4µg | 7% |
| Vitamin K | 13.6µg | 20.9µg | 6% |
| Zinc | 0.74mg | 1.38mg | 6% |
| Manganese | 0.256mg | 0.388mg | 6% |
| Protein | 9.76g | 7.1g | 5% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.243mg | 0.179mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.5mg | 0.297mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 402mg | 328mg | 3% |
| Copper | 0.073mg | 0.097mg | 3% |
| Choline | 37.4mg | 19.4mg | 3% |
| Fructose | 0.54g | 0g | 1% |
| Folate | 16µg | 12µg | 1% |
| Potassium | 218mg | 182mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.055mg | 0.07mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 5.37g | 62.38g | N/A |
| Sugar | 3.03g | 0.78g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.034g | 0.812g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.118mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.407mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.431mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.775mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.449mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.24mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.402mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.47mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.265mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.003g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.003g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.244g | 0.23g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.004g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.005g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.005g | 0.004g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.688g | 9.695g | 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%
24%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
29%
45%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tortilla chips is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 26mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tortilla chips is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.25g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Tortilla chips contains less Sodium (difference - 74mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Tortilla chips is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Kung Pao chicken is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.459g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Kung Pao chicken is lower in glycemic index (difference - 29)
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.