Pilaf vs. Kung Pao chicken — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between pilaf and kung Pao chicken
- Pilaf has more folate, vitamin B1, selenium, manganese, vitamin B3, iron, vitamin B6, and copper, while kung Pao chicken has more vitamin K.
- Pilaf's daily need coverage for folate is 49% higher.
- Kung Pao chicken contains 19 times less vitamin B1 than pilaf. Pilaf contains 0.603mg of vitamin B1, while kung Pao chicken contains 0.032mg.
- The amount of sodium in kung Pao chicken is lower.
The food types used in this comparison are Rice and vermicelli mix, rice pilaf flavor, unprepared and Restaurant, Chinese, kung pao chicken.
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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 | +33.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +315% |
| Contains more IronIron | +221.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +127.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +36.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +63.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +244.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +300% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +16% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -69.1% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +1784.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +58.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +122.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +43% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +64.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1225% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +73.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +1525% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +2450% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +450% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +2620% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +113.7% |
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:
9.76 g
Fats:
6.98 g
Carbs:
6.87 g
Water:
74.78 g
Other:
1.61 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +1010.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +139.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +409.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +830.1% |
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Protein
~9.76g
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
1.352 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.173 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.02 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -77.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +482.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +701.1% |
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:
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 StarchStarch | +2715.4% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +520% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +530% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
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Lactose
~0g
~equal in
Galactose
~0g
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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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Folate | 212µg | 16µg | 49% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.603mg | 0.032mg | 48% |
| Selenium | 32.4µg | 8.1µg | 44% |
| Sodium | 1303mg | 402mg | 39% |
| Starch | 71.23g | 2.53g | 28% |
| Manganese | 0.882mg | 0.256mg | 27% |
| Carbs | 76.31g | 6.87g | 23% |
| Vitamin B3 | 6.127mg | 2.757mg | 21% |
| Iron | 2.44mg | 0.76mg | 21% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.377g | 3.02g | 18% |
| Calories | 359kcal | 129kcal | 12% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.4mg | 0.243mg | 12% |
| Vitamin K | 0.5µg | 13.6µg | 11% |
| Copper | 0.166mg | 0.073mg | 10% |
| Phosphorus | 154mg | 94mg | 9% |
| Fats | 1.37g | 6.98g | 9% |
| Cholesterol | 1mg | 26mg | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 4µg | 65µg | 7% |
| Vitamin E | 0.04mg | 1.02mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 83mg | 20mg | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 0.307g | 1.352g | 5% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.373g | 2.173g | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.715mg | 0.5mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.02µg | 0.11µg | 4% |
| Choline | 17.5mg | 37.4mg | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 4.1mg | 7.1mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.087mg | 0.055mg | 2% |
| Zinc | 1.01mg | 0.74mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 32mg | 24mg | 2% |
| Fructose | 0g | 0.54g | 1% |
| Fiber | 1.2g | 1.5g | 1% |
| Potassium | 188mg | 218mg | 1% |
| Protein | 10.42g | 9.76g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 75.11g | 5.37g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.53g | 3.03g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.034g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.086mg | 0.118mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.221mg | 0.407mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.279mg | 0.431mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.523mg | 0.775mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.189mg | 0.449mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.145mg | 0.24mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.32mg | 0.402mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.374mg | 0.47mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.15mg | 0.265mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.244g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 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 | 0g | 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
47%
23%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
77%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Pilaf is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 25mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pilaf is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.5g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Pilaf is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.045g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Pilaf is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Kung Pao chicken contains less Sodium (difference - 901mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Kung Pao chicken is lower in glycemic index (difference - 5)
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.