Steak vs. Chorizo — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between steak and chorizo?
- Steak is richer in zinc, selenium, iron, and vitamin B12, while chorizo is higher in vitamin B1, vitamin D, and monounsaturated fat.
- Chorizo's daily need coverage for sodium is 51% higher.
- Chorizo has 2 times less zinc than steak. Steak has 6.34mg of zinc, while chorizo has 3.41mg.
- Steak is lower in saturated fat.
- Chorizo has a higher glycemic index (28) than steak (0).
We used Beef, rib eye steak, boneless, lip off, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 0" fat, all grades, cooked, grilled and Chorizo, pork and beef 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +27.8% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +50% |
| Contains more IronIron | +50.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +85.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -95.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +50.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +42.7% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +200% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +1400% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +751.4% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more WaterWater | +74.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +101.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +625.9% |
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Protein
~24.1g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -41.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +100.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +286.2% |
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 |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in price |
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| Lower in Sugar | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Sodium | 58mg | 1235mg | 51% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.074mg | 0.63mg | 46% |
| Fats | 19.02g | 38.27g | 30% |
| Saturated fat | 8.443g | 14.38g | 27% |
| Zinc | 6.34mg | 3.41mg | 27% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 9.171g | 18.4g | 23% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.12mg | 22% | |
| Selenium | 31.8µg | 21.1µg | 19% |
| Choline | 96.7mg | 18% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.896g | 3.46g | 17% |
| Iron | 2.4mg | 1.59mg | 10% |
| Calories | 271kcal | 455kcal | 9% |
| Vitamin B12 | 2.2µg | 2µg | 8% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 1.5µg | 7% |
| Vitamin D | 6IU | 61IU | 7% |
| Potassium | 279mg | 398mg | 4% |
| Cholesterol | 78mg | 88mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.5mg | 0.53mg | 2% |
| Manganese | 0.04mg | 2% | |
| Phosphorus | 163mg | 150mg | 2% |
| Protein | 24.85g | 24.1g | 2% |
| Copper | 0.085mg | 0.08mg | 1% |
| Folate | 6µg | 2µg | 1% |
| Carbs | 0g | 1.86g | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 7µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 23mg | 18mg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.22mg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 0g | 1.86g | N/A |
| Calcium | 12mg | 8mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.301mg | 0.3mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B3 | 5.149mg | 5.131mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 1.6µg | 1.6µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.278mg | 0.278mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.171mg | 1.473mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.157mg | 2.206mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 2.142mg | 1.708mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 2.38mg | 2.414mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.672mg | 0.47mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.997mg | 1.149mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.242mg | 0.914mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.931mg | 0.721mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.001g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.013g | 0g | 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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Steak is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 10mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Steak contains less Sodium (difference - 1177mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Steak is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 5.937g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Steak is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Steak is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
Chorizo is cheaper (difference - $2.4)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar (0 g)
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.