Paprika vs. Kung Pao chicken — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between paprika and kung Pao chicken?
- The amount of vitamin A, iron, vitamin E, vitamin B6, fiber, vitamin B2, copper, potassium, manganese, and vitamin K in paprika is higher than in kung Pao chicken.
- Paprika's daily need coverage for vitamin A is 959% more.
- Kung Pao chicken contains 29 times less vitamin E than paprika. Paprika contains 29.1mg of vitamin E, while kung Pao chicken contains 1.02mg.
- Paprika has a lower glycemic index (0) than kung Pao chicken (55).
We used Spices, paprika 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +641.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1045% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +945.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +2681.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +876.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +485.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +234% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -83.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +521.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +28.6% |
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 AVitamin A | +3689.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +2752.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +931.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +2136.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +264.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +402% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +781.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +490.4% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +206.3% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +37.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +688.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
14.14 g
Fats:
12.89 g
Carbs:
53.99 g
Water:
11.24 g
Other:
7.74 g
Protein:
9.76 g
Fats:
6.98 g
Carbs:
6.87 g
Water:
74.78 g
Other:
1.61 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +44.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +84.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +685.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +380.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +565.3% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.14 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.695 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
7.766 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.352 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.173 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.02 g
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +157.2% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -36.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +28.2% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0.81 g
Glucose:
2.63 g
Fructose:
6.71 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0.19 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 | +317.5% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +1142.6% |
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +∞% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +129.6% |
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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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in price |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin A | 2463µg | 65µg | 266% |
| Iron | 21.14mg | 0.76mg | 255% |
| Vitamin E | 29.1mg | 1.02mg | 187% |
| Vitamin B6 | 2.141mg | 0.243mg | 146% |
| Fiber | 34.9g | 1.5g | 134% |
| Vitamin B2 | 1.23mg | 0.055mg | 90% |
| Copper | 0.713mg | 0.073mg | 71% |
| Potassium | 2280mg | 218mg | 61% |
| Manganese | 1.59mg | 0.256mg | 58% |
| Vitamin K | 80.3µg | 13.6µg | 56% |
| Vitamin B3 | 10.06mg | 2.757mg | 46% |
| Vitamin B5 | 2.51mg | 0.5mg | 40% |
| Magnesium | 178mg | 24mg | 37% |
| Zinc | 4.33mg | 0.74mg | 33% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 7.766g | 3.02g | 32% |
| Phosphorus | 314mg | 94mg | 31% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.33mg | 0.032mg | 25% |
| Calcium | 229mg | 20mg | 21% |
| Carbs | 53.99g | 6.87g | 16% |
| Sodium | 68mg | 402mg | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 26mg | 9% |
| Fats | 12.89g | 6.98g | 9% |
| Protein | 14.14g | 9.76g | 9% |
| Folate | 49µg | 16µg | 8% |
| Fructose | 6.71g | 0.54g | 8% |
| Calories | 282kcal | 129kcal | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 0.9mg | 7.1mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.11µg | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 2.14g | 1.352g | 4% |
| Selenium | 6.3µg | 8.1µg | 3% |
| Choline | 51.5mg | 37.4mg | 3% |
| Starch | 2.53g | 1% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.695g | 2.173g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 19.09g | 5.37g | N/A |
| Sugar | 10.34g | 3.03g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.034g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.07mg | 0.118mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.49mg | 0.407mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.57mg | 0.431mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.92mg | 0.775mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.69mg | 0.449mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.2mg | 0.24mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.61mg | 0.402mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.75mg | 0.47mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.25mg | 0.265mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.453g | 0.244g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.004g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0g | 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 |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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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
221%
23%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
193%
29%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Paprika is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 26mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Paprika contains less Sodium (difference - 334mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Paprika is lower in glycemic index (difference - 55)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Paprika is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Paprika is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Kung Pao chicken is lower in Sugar (difference - 7.31g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Kung Pao chicken is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.788g)
Which food is cheaper?
Kung Pao chicken is cheaper (difference - $2.6)