Tempeh vs. Kung Pao chicken — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between tempeh and kung Pao chicken
- Tempeh has more copper, manganese, phosphorus, iron, vitamin B2, magnesium, and calcium; however, kung Pao chicken is higher in vitamin A and selenium.
- Tempeh covers your daily need for copper, 54% more than kung Pao chicken.
- Tempeh has 7 times more vitamin B2 than kung Pao chicken. While tempeh has 0.358mg of vitamin B2, kung Pao chicken has only 0.055mg.
- Tempeh has less sodium.
- The glycemic index of kung Pao chicken is higher.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Tempeh and Restaurant, Chinese, kung pao chicken.
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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 | +237.5% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +455% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +89% |
| Contains more IronIron | +255.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +667.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +54.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +183% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -97.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +407.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
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 | +143.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +550.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +50% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +79.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +13% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +37.5% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
20.29 g
Fats:
10.8 g
Carbs:
7.64 g
Water:
59.65 g
Other:
1.62 g
Protein:
9.76 g
Fats:
6.98 g
Carbs:
6.87 g
Water:
74.78 g
Other:
1.61 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +107.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +54.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +11.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +25.4% |
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.539 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.205 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.3 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.352 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.173 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.02 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +47.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +42.4% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -46.8% |
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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| Copper | 0.56mg | 0.073mg | 54% |
| Manganese | 1.3mg | 0.256mg | 45% |
| Phosphorus | 266mg | 94mg | 25% |
| Iron | 2.7mg | 0.76mg | 24% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.358mg | 0.055mg | 23% |
| Protein | 20.29g | 9.76g | 21% |
| Sodium | 9mg | 402mg | 17% |
| Selenium | 0µg | 8.1µg | 15% |
| Magnesium | 81mg | 24mg | 14% |
| Vitamin K | 13.6µg | 11% | |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 26mg | 9% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.3g | 3.02g | 9% |
| Calcium | 111mg | 20mg | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 7.1mg | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 65µg | 7% |
| Choline | 37.4mg | 7% | |
| Vitamin E | 1.02mg | 7% | |
| Fiber | 1.5g | 6% | |
| Potassium | 412mg | 218mg | 6% |
| Fats | 10.8g | 6.98g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 2.539g | 1.352g | 5% |
| Zinc | 1.14mg | 0.74mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.078mg | 0.032mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.278mg | 0.5mg | 4% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.205g | 2.173g | 3% |
| Calories | 192kcal | 129kcal | 3% |
| Folate | 24µg | 16µg | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.215mg | 0.243mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.08µg | 0.11µg | 1% |
| Fructose | 0.54g | 1% | |
| Starch | 2.53g | 1% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.64mg | 2.757mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 7.64g | 6.87g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 7.64g | 5.37g | N/A |
| Sugar | 3.03g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.034g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.194mg | 0.118mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.796mg | 0.407mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.88mg | 0.431mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.43mg | 0.775mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.908mg | 0.449mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.175mg | 0.24mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.893mg | 0.402mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.92mg | 0.47mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.466mg | 0.265mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.244g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.004g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 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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23%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
73%
29%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tempeh is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 26mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tempeh is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.03g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Tempeh contains less Sodium (difference - 393mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tempeh is lower in glycemic index (difference - 40)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Tempeh is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Kung Pao chicken is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.187g)
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 ($)