Spanish rice vs. Kung Pao chicken — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between spanish rice and kung Pao chicken?
- Spanish rice is richer in vitamin B1, folate, and manganese, while kung Pao chicken is higher in vitamin B6, vitamin C, vitamin A, phosphorus, and choline.
- Spanish rice's daily need coverage for vitamin B1 is 13% higher.
- Kung Pao chicken has 3 times less folate than spanish rice. Spanish rice has 50µg of folate, while kung Pao chicken has 16µg.
- Kung Pao chicken is lower in sodium.
We used Restaurant, Mexican, spanish rice and Restaurant, Chinese, kung pao chicken types in this comparison.
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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 IronIron | +51.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +52.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +84.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +87.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +12.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +54.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +64.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -23.9% |
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 | +471.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +34.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +212.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +7000% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +983.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +70% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +15.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +20.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +196.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +37.5% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +311% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
3.28 g
Fats:
5.29 g
Carbs:
31.16 g
Water:
58.54 g
Other:
1.73 g
Protein:
9.76 g
Fats:
6.98 g
Carbs:
6.87 g
Water:
74.78 g
Other:
1.61 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +353.6% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +197.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +31.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +27.7% |
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.005 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.511 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.317 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 | -25.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +43.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +30.3% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
27.55 g
Sucrose:
0.38 g
Glucose:
0.5 g
Fructose:
0.42 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 StarchStarch | +988.9% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +389.5% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +26% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +28.6% |
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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 Sodium |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.183mg | 0.032mg | 13% |
| Protein | 3.28g | 9.76g | 13% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.082mg | 0.243mg | 12% |
| Starch | 27.55g | 2.53g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 26mg | 9% |
| Folate | 50µg | 16µg | 9% |
| Phenylalanine | 153mg | 0.402mg | 9% |
| Carbs | 31.16g | 6.87g | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 0.1mg | 7.1mg | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 6µg | 65µg | 7% |
| Manganese | 0.39mg | 0.256mg | 6% |
| Choline | 9.1mg | 37.4mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 528mg | 402mg | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.317g | 3.02g | 5% |
| Iron | 1.15mg | 0.76mg | 5% |
| Phosphorus | 57mg | 94mg | 5% |
| Vitamin E | 0.6mg | 1.02mg | 3% |
| Calories | 185kcal | 129kcal | 3% |
| Potassium | 116mg | 218mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 13mg | 24mg | 3% |
| Fats | 5.29g | 6.98g | 3% |
| Zinc | 0.48mg | 0.74mg | 2% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.511g | 2.173g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 1.005g | 1.352g | 2% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.378mg | 2.757mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.415mg | 0.5mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.08µg | 0.11µg | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.074mg | 0.055mg | 1% |
| Selenium | 7.4µg | 8.1µg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1.2g | 1.5g | 1% |
| Copper | 0.065mg | 0.073mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 29.96g | 5.37g | N/A |
| Calcium | 20mg | 20mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 1.3g | 3.03g | N/A |
| Vitamin K | 13µg | 13.6µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.07g | 0.034g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.044mg | 0.118mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.098mg | 0.407mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.109mg | 0.431mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.24mg | 0.775mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.131mg | 0.449mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.071mg | 0.24mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.137mg | 0.47mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.071mg | 0.265mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.42g | 0.54g | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.238g | 0.244g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.004g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.011g | 0.002g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0g | 0.005g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.002g | 0.005g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.052g | 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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
29%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Spanish rice is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 26mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Spanish rice is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.73g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Spanish rice is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.347g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Spanish rice is lower in glycemic index (difference - 4)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Kung Pao chicken contains less Sodium (difference - 126mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Kung Pao chicken is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Kung Pao chicken is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)