Semolina vs. French fries — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between semolina and french fries
- Semolina is richer in selenium, manganese, copper, and vitamin B3, yet french fries are richer in potassium, vitamin E, vitamin K, and fiber.
- Daily need coverage for selenium for semolina is 35% higher.
- Semolina contains 4 times more manganese than french fries. Semolina contains 1.035mg of manganese, while french fries contain 0.247mg.
- Semolina contains less saturated fat.
- Semolina has a lower glycemic index than french fries.
Food types used in this article are Rice, white, long-grain, parboiled, unenriched, dry and Fast foods, potato, french fried in vegetable oil.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +294.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +129% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +104% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +22.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +319% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +2111.1% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +29.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +232.8% |
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 | +31.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +28.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +68% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +15.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +21.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +5466.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +11100% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +275% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
7.51 g
Fats:
1.03 g
Carbs:
80.89 g
Water:
9.86 g
Other:
0.71 g
Protein:
3.43 g
Fats:
14.73 g
Carbs:
41.44 g
Water:
38.55 g
Other:
1.85 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +119% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +95.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1330.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +291% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +160.6% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.294 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.258 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.322 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.336 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.969 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.398 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -87.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +2213.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1576.4% |
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 Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 19.9µg | 0.9µg | 35% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.322g | 5.398g | 34% |
| Manganese | 1.035mg | 0.247mg | 34% |
| Starch | 68.29g | 28% | |
| Fats | 1.03g | 14.73g | 21% |
| Copper | 0.284mg | 0.124mg | 18% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.258g | 5.969g | 14% |
| Carbs | 80.89g | 41.44g | 13% |
| Vitamin B3 | 5.048mg | 3.004mg | 13% |
| Potassium | 174mg | 579mg | 12% |
| Vitamin E | 0.03mg | 1.67mg | 11% |
| Vitamin K | 0.1µg | 11.2µg | 9% |
| Sodium | 2mg | 210mg | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 0.294g | 2.336g | 9% |
| Fiber | 1.8g | 3.8g | 8% |
| Protein | 7.51g | 3.43g | 8% |
| Choline | 36.8mg | 7% | |
| Folate | 8µg | 30µg | 6% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.452mg | 0.372mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.224mg | 0.17mg | 5% |
| Zinc | 1.02mg | 0.5mg | 5% |
| Calcium | 71mg | 18mg | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 4.7mg | 5% |
| Phosphorus | 153mg | 125mg | 4% |
| Calories | 374kcal | 312kcal | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.672mg | 0.58mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 27mg | 35mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.05mg | 0.039mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.74mg | 0.81mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 79.09g | 37.64g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.33g | 0.3g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.06g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.103mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.271mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.339mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.656mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.215mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.183mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.398mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.47mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.185mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.02g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.407g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.029g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.007g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 4.898g | 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
24%
27%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
52%
28%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Semolina contains less Sodium (difference - 208mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Semolina is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.042g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Semolina is lower in glycemic index (difference - 16)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
French fries is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.03g)
Which food is cheaper?
French fries is cheaper (difference - $1.4)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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