Tamale vs. Short ribs — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between tamale and short ribs
- Tamale is higher in fiber and manganese, yet short ribs are higher in vitamin B12, zinc, selenium, iron, and phosphorus.
- Short ribs cover your daily vitamin B12 needs 87% more than tamale.
- The amount of sodium in short ribs is lower.
- The glycemic index of short ribs is lower.
Food varieties used in this article are Tamales (Navajo) and Beef, rib, shortribs, separable lean and fat, choice, cooked, braised.
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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 | +46.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +141.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1238.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +71% |
| Contains more IronIron | +89.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +57.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +229.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +63.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -88.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +246.7% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +200% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +87.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +54.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +22.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +53.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +385.2% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
6.28 g
Fats:
6.12 g
Carbs:
18.12 g
Water:
68.1 g
Other:
1.38 g
Protein:
21.57 g
Fats:
41.98 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
35.72 g
Other:
0.73 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +90.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +89% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +243.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +585.9% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.396 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.739 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.688 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
17.8 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
18.88 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.53 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -86.5% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +589.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +122.4% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.54µg | 2.62µg | 87% |
| Saturated fat | 2.396g | 17.8g | 70% |
| Fats | 6.12g | 41.98g | 55% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.739g | 18.88g | 40% |
| Protein | 6.28g | 21.57g | 31% |
| Zinc | 1.48mg | 4.88mg | 31% |
| Selenium | 6µg | 20.8µg | 27% |
| Cholesterol | 17mg | 94mg | 26% |
| Calories | 153kcal | 471kcal | 16% |
| Sodium | 427mg | 50mg | 16% |
| Choline | 82.2mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 1.22mg | 2.31mg | 14% |
| Fiber | 3.1g | 0g | 12% |
| Phosphorus | 99mg | 162mg | 9% |
| Manganese | 0.174mg | 0.013mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.143mg | 0.22mg | 6% |
| Carbs | 18.12g | 0g | 6% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.688g | 1.53g | 6% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.59mg | 2.452mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.08mg | 0.15mg | 5% |
| Starch | 12.27g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7µg | 4% | |
| Copper | 0.063mg | 0.099mg | 4% |
| Folate | 15µg | 5µg | 3% |
| Vitamin D | 27IU | 3% | |
| Potassium | 131mg | 224mg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0mg | 0.29mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 22mg | 15mg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 1.7mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 2.4µg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 29mg | 12mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.205mg | 0.252mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 15.02g | 0g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.99g | 0g | N/A |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.05mg | 0.05mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.052mg | 0.142mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.239mg | 0.862mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.271mg | 0.981mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.568mg | 1.716mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.427mg | 1.823mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.15mg | 0.562mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.275mg | 0.852mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.318mg | 1.07mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.196mg | 0.688mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.17g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.029g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.016g | 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
15%
43%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
30%
48%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tamale is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 77mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Tamale is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 15.404g)
Which food is cheaper?
Tamale is cheaper (difference - $2.3)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Short ribs is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.99g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Short ribs contains less Sodium (difference - 377mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Short ribs is lower in glycemic index (difference - 82)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Short ribs is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is richer in minerals?
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