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Tamale vs. Patty — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between Tamale and Patty

  • Tamale is richer in Fiber, and Manganese, yet Patty is richer in Vitamin B12, Zinc, Selenium, Vitamin B3, and Iron.
  • Daily need coverage for Vitamin B12 from Patty is 63% higher.
  • Patty contains less Sodium.

Food types used in this article are Tamales (Navajo) and USDA Commodity, beef, patties (100%), frozen, raw.

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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.
Tamale
3
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7
Patty
Contains more Calcium +314.3%
Contains more Magnesium +22.2%
Contains more Manganese +923.5%
Contains more Iron +58.2%
Contains more Phosphorus +46.5%
Contains more Potassium +105.3%
Contains less Sodium -82.7%
Contains more Zinc +178.4%
Contains more Copper +15.9%
Contains more Selenium +146.7%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 9% 46% 16% 43% 12% 56% 41% 21% 23% 33%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 3% 73% 13% 63% 24% 10% 113% 25% 3% 81%
Contains more Calcium +314.3%
Contains more Magnesium +22.2%
Contains more Manganese +923.5%
Contains more Iron +58.2%
Contains more Phosphorus +46.5%
Contains more Potassium +105.3%
Contains less Sodium -82.7%
Contains more Zinc +178.4%
Contains more Copper +15.9%
Contains more Selenium +146.7%

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.
Tamale
4
:
5
Patty
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +16.3%
Contains more Folate +150%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +100%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +141.9%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +50.7%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +49.7%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +279.6%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 0% 0% 0% 6% 13% 19% 30% 13% 33% 12% 68% 0%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 0% 0% 0% 0% 11% 37% 73% 19% 50% 5% 257% 0%
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +16.3%
Contains more Folate +150%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +100%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +141.9%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +50.7%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +49.7%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +279.6%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Tamale
2
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3
Patty
Contains more Carbs +∞%
Contains more Protein +133%
Contains more Fats +156.4%
Contains more Other +259.4%
Equal in Water - 64.72
6% 6% 18% 68%
Protein: 6.28 g
Fats: 6.12 g
Carbs: 18.12 g
Water: 68.1 g
Other: 1.38 g
15% 16% 65% 5%
Protein: 14.63 g
Fats: 15.69 g
Carbs: 0 g
Water: 64.72 g
Other: 4.96 g
Contains more Carbs +∞%
Contains more Protein +133%
Contains more Fats +156.4%
Contains more Other +259.4%
Equal in Water - 64.72

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Tamale
2
:
1
Patty
Contains less Saturated Fat -62.2%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +150.5%
Equal in Polyunsaturated fat - 0.643
41% 47% 12%
Saturated Fat: 2.396 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 2.739 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0.688 g
46% 50% 5%
Saturated Fat: 6.333 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 6.861 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0.643 g
Contains less Saturated Fat -62.2%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +150.5%
Equal in Polyunsaturated fat - 0.643

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Tamale Patty
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Saturated Fat ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in price Equal
Rich in minerals Equal
Rich in vitamins Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Tamale Patty Opinion
Net carbs 15.02g 0g Tamale
Protein 6.28g 14.63g Patty
Fats 6.12g 15.69g Patty
Carbs 18.12g 0g Tamale
Calories 153kcal 204kcal Patty
Starch 12.27g Tamale
Fructose 0.17g Tamale
Sugar 0.99g Patty
Fiber 3.1g 0g Tamale
Calcium 29mg 7mg Tamale
Iron 1.22mg 1.93mg Patty
Magnesium 22mg 18mg Tamale
Phosphorus 99mg 145mg Patty
Potassium 131mg 269mg Patty
Sodium 427mg 74mg Patty
Zinc 1.48mg 4.12mg Patty
Copper 0.063mg 0.073mg Patty
Manganese 0.174mg 0.017mg Tamale
Selenium 6µg 14.8µg Patty
Vitamin C 1.7mg 0mg Tamale
Vitamin B1 0.05mg 0.043mg Tamale
Vitamin B2 0.08mg 0.16mg Patty
Vitamin B3 1.59mg 3.846mg Patty
Vitamin B5 0.205mg 0.309mg Patty
Vitamin B6 0.143mg 0.214mg Patty
Folate 15µg 6µg Tamale
Vitamin B12 0.54µg 2.05µg Patty
Tryptophan 0.052mg Tamale
Threonine 0.239mg Tamale
Isoleucine 0.271mg Tamale
Leucine 0.568mg Tamale
Lysine 0.427mg Tamale
Methionine 0.15mg Tamale
Phenylalanine 0.275mg Tamale
Valine 0.318mg Tamale
Histidine 0.196mg Tamale
Cholesterol 17mg 53mg Tamale
Saturated Fat 2.396g 6.333g Tamale
Monounsaturated Fat 2.739g 6.861g Patty
Polyunsaturated fat 0.688g 0.643g Tamale
Omega-3 - ALA 0.029g Tamale

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Tamale Patty
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Calories diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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
16%
Tamale
37%
Patty
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
30%
Tamale
40%
Patty

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tamale
Tamale is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 36mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Tamale
Tamale is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 3.937g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Patty
Patty is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.99g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Patty
Patty contains less Sodium (difference - 353mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Patty
Patty is lower in glycemic index (difference - 82)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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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.
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.

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Tamale - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/167636/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.