Mortadella vs. Tamale — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between mortadella and tamale?
- Mortadella is higher in vitamin B2, vitamin B12, selenium, vitamin B3, and vitamin B1, yet tamale is higher in fiber and manganese.
- Mortadella's daily need coverage for vitamin B2 is 11763% more.
- Mortadella has 4 times more saturated fat than tamale. While mortadella has 9.51g of saturated fat, tamale has only 2.396g.
- The glycemic index of mortadella is lower.
We used Mortadella, beef, pork and Tamales (Navajo) 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 PotassiumPotassium | +24.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +14.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +41.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +276.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +100% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +61.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -65.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +480% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +138% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +191150% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +68.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +114.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +174.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +400% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
16.37 g
Fats:
25.39 g
Carbs:
3.05 g
Water:
52.3 g
Other:
2.89 g
Protein:
6.28 g
Fats:
6.12 g
Carbs:
18.12 g
Water:
68.1 g
Other:
1.38 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +160.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +314.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +109.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +494.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +30.2% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
9.51 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
11.38 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.12 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.396 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.739 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.688 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +315.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +353.5% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -74.8% |
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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| 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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| Vitamin B2 | 153mg | 0.08mg | 11763% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.48µg | 0.54µg | 39% |
| Sodium | 1246mg | 427mg | 36% |
| Saturated fat | 9.51g | 2.396g | 32% |
| Fats | 25.39g | 6.12g | 30% |
| Selenium | 22.6µg | 6µg | 30% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 11.38g | 2.739g | 22% |
| Protein | 16.37g | 6.28g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.12g | 0.688g | 16% |
| Cholesterol | 56mg | 17mg | 13% |
| Choline | 72.2mg | 13% | |
| Fiber | 0g | 3.1g | 12% |
| Calories | 311kcal | 153kcal | 8% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.673mg | 1.59mg | 7% |
| Manganese | 0.03mg | 0.174mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.119mg | 0.05mg | 6% |
| Zinc | 2.1mg | 1.48mg | 6% |
| Starch | 12.27g | 5% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.44mg | 0.205mg | 5% |
| Carbs | 3.05g | 18.12g | 5% |
| Vitamin D | 41IU | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 1µg | 5% | |
| Magnesium | 11mg | 22mg | 3% |
| Folate | 3µg | 15µg | 3% |
| Iron | 1.4mg | 1.22mg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 1.7mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 163mg | 131mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 18mg | 29mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.13mg | 0.143mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 1.6µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.22mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 3.05g | 15.02g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0g | 0.99g | N/A |
| Copper | 0.06mg | 0.063mg | 0% |
| Phosphorus | 97mg | 99mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.152mg | 0.052mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.633mg | 0.239mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.708mg | 0.271mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.213mg | 0.568mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.262mg | 0.427mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.394mg | 0.15mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.598mg | 0.275mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.735mg | 0.318mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.52mg | 0.196mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.17g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.029g | 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
2746%
15%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
49%
30%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tamale is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 39mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Tamale contains less Sodium (difference - 819mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Tamale is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 7.114g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mortadella is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.99g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mortadella is lower in glycemic index (difference - 54)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Mortadella 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.