Shiitake vs. Kung Pao chicken — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between shiitake and kung Pao chicken?
- The amount of vitamin B5, vitamin B2, copper, and vitamin B3 in shiitake is higher than in kung Pao chicken.
- Shiitake's daily need coverage for vitamin B5 is 20% more.
- Kung Pao chicken contains 4 times less vitamin B2 than shiitake. Shiitake contains 0.217mg of vitamin B2, while kung Pao chicken contains 0.055mg.
- Shiitake has less sodium.
- Shiitake has a lower glycemic index (32) than kung Pao chicken (55).
We used Mushrooms, shiitake, raw and Restaurant, Chinese, kung pao chicken 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 | +39.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +94.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +39.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +19.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -97.8% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +20% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +900% |
| Contains more IronIron | +85.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +11.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +42.1% |
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 DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +294.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +40.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +200% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +20.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +113.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +23.1% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
2.24 g
Fats:
0.49 g
Carbs:
6.79 g
Water:
89.74 g
Other:
0.74 g
Protein:
9.76 g
Fats:
6.98 g
Carbs:
6.87 g
Water:
74.78 g
Other:
1.61 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +20% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +335.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1324.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +117.6% |
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Carbs
~6.87g
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
2.38 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
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
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +277.8% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
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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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B5 | 1.5mg | 0.5mg | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.02g | 20% | |
| Sodium | 9mg | 402mg | 17% |
| Protein | 2.24g | 9.76g | 15% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.217mg | 0.055mg | 12% |
| Vitamin K | 13.6µg | 11% | |
| Fats | 0.49g | 6.98g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 26mg | 9% | |
| Vitamin C | 7.1mg | 8% | |
| Copper | 0.142mg | 0.073mg | 8% |
| Vitamin E | 1.02mg | 7% | |
| Choline | 37.4mg | 7% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.877mg | 2.757mg | 7% |
| Vitamin A | 65µg | 7% | |
| Saturated fat | 1.352g | 6% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.11µg | 5% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.173g | 5% | |
| Calories | 34kcal | 129kcal | 5% |
| Selenium | 5.7µg | 8.1µg | 4% |
| Fiber | 2.5g | 1.5g | 4% |
| Iron | 0.41mg | 0.76mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.293mg | 0.243mg | 4% |
| Phosphorus | 112mg | 94mg | 3% |
| Zinc | 1.03mg | 0.74mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 304mg | 218mg | 3% |
| Vitamin D | 18IU | 0IU | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0.4µg | 0µg | 2% |
| Calcium | 2mg | 20mg | 2% |
| Manganese | 0.23mg | 0.256mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.015mg | 0.032mg | 1% |
| Fructose | 0g | 0.54g | 1% |
| Folate | 13µg | 16µg | 1% |
| Starch | 2.53g | 1% | |
| Magnesium | 20mg | 24mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 4.29g | 5.37g | N/A |
| Carbs | 6.79g | 6.87g | 0% |
| Sugar | 2.38g | 3.03g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.034g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.011mg | 0.118mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.134mg | 0.407mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.111mg | 0.431mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.189mg | 0.775mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.134mg | 0.449mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.033mg | 0.24mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.111mg | 0.402mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.145mg | 0.47mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.056mg | 0.265mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.244g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.004g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.688g | 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%
23%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
24%
29%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Shiitake is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 26mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Shiitake is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.65g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Shiitake contains less Sodium (difference - 393mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Shiitake is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.352g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Shiitake is lower in glycemic index (difference - 23)
Which food is cheaper?
Kung Pao chicken is cheaper (difference - $1.3)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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