Pilaf vs. Chinese fried rice — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between pilaf and Chinese fried rice
- Chinese fried rice contains less folate, vitamin B1, selenium, vitamin B3, vitamin B6, iron, manganese, phosphorus, and copper than pilaf.
- Daily need coverage for folate for pilaf is 52% higher.
- Chinese fried rice has 40 times less vitamin B1 than pilaf. Pilaf has 0.603mg of vitamin B1, while Chinese fried rice has 0.015mg.
- Chinese fried rice is lower in sodium.
- Chinese fried rice has a higher glycemic index than pilaf.
Food types used in this article are Rice and vermicelli mix, rice pilaf flavor, unprepared and Restaurant, Chinese, fried rice, without meat.
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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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +220% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +591.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +147.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +269.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +74.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +40.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +202% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +103.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +290.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -70.3% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +3920% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +234.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +861.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +1150% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +3433.3% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +218.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +450% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +225% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +460% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
10.42 g
Fats:
1.37 g
Carbs:
76.31 g
Water:
8.04 g
Other:
3.86 g
Protein:
4.05 g
Fats:
2.96 g
Carbs:
32.79 g
Water:
59.09 g
Other:
1.11 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +157.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +132.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +247.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +116.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +635% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.307 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.373 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.377 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.54 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.649 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.111 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -43.1% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +74% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +194.7% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
71.23 g
Sucrose:
0.3 g
Glucose:
0.1 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
1.13 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
30.8 g
Sucrose:
0.37 g
Glucose:
0.13 g
Fructose:
0.05 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +131.3% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +23.3% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +30% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
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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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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Folate | 212µg | 6µg | 52% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.603mg | 0.015mg | 49% |
| Selenium | 32.4µg | 8.3µg | 44% |
| Sodium | 1303mg | 387mg | 40% |
| Vitamin B3 | 6.127mg | 0.637mg | 34% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.4mg | 0.032mg | 28% |
| Iron | 2.44mg | 0.66mg | 22% |
| Manganese | 0.882mg | 0.433mg | 20% |
| Starch | 71.23g | 30.8g | 17% |
| Carbs | 76.31g | 32.79g | 15% |
| Phosphorus | 154mg | 51mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.715mg | 14% | |
| Protein | 10.42g | 4.05g | 13% |
| Calories | 359kcal | 174kcal | 9% |
| Copper | 0.166mg | 0.095mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 83mg | 12mg | 7% |
| Cholesterol | 1mg | 18mg | 6% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.377g | 1.111g | 5% |
| Magnesium | 32mg | 10mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.087mg | 0.026mg | 5% |
| Zinc | 1.01mg | 0.72mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 188mg | 76mg | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 0.5µg | 2.8µg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 4µg | 22µg | 2% |
| Choline | 17.5mg | 5.5mg | 2% |
| Fats | 1.37g | 2.96g | 2% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.373g | 0.649g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.307g | 0.54g | 1% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.02µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.04mg | 0.13mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 4.1mg | 3.8mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 75.11g | 31.69g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.53g | 0.56g | N/A |
| Fiber | 1.2g | 1.1g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.011g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.086mg | 0.052mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.221mg | 0.173mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.279mg | 0.173mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.523mg | 0.335mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.189mg | 0.173mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.145mg | 0.114mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.32mg | 0.225mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.374mg | 0.251mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.15mg | 0.094mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0g | 0.05g | 0% |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.002g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.111g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.981g | 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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
77%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Pilaf is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 17mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Pilaf is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.233g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pilaf is lower in glycemic index (difference - 20)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Pilaf is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Pilaf is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chinese fried rice is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.97g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chinese fried rice contains less Sodium (difference - 916mg)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)