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Tikka Masala vs. Indian masala — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the main differences between Tikka Masala and Indian masala?

  • Indian masala has less Fiber, and Calcium than Tikka Masala.
  • Tikka Masala's daily need coverage for Fiber is 14% higher.
  • Tikka Masala has 12 times more Saturated Fat than Indian masala. Tikka Masala has 2.1g of Saturated Fat, while Indian masala has 0.18g.

We used KASHI Pizza, Tikka Masala, single serve, frozen, unprepared and SMART SOUP, Indian Bean Masala 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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 0% 29% 21% 53% 0% 14% 33% 32% 0% 0%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 0% 6.6% 0% 38% 0% 0% 0% 12% 0% 0%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +340.9%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +∞%
Contains more IronIron +40%
Contains more ZincZinc +∞%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +∞%
Contains less SodiumSodium -62.8%
~equal in Magnesium ~mg
~equal in Copper ~mg
~equal in Manganese ~mg
~equal in Selenium ~µg

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.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 0% 0% 0% 50% 23% 47% 0% 9.2% 25% 0% 19% 0%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more FolateFolate +∞%
~equal in Vitamin C ~0mg
~equal in Vitamin A ~IU
~equal in Vitamin E ~mg
~equal in Vitamin D ~µg
~equal in Vitamin B5 ~mg
~equal in Vitamin K ~µg
~equal in Choline ~mg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
10% 6% 30% 49% 5%
Protein: 10.2 g
Fats: 5.9 g
Carbs: 29.5 g
Water: 49 g
Other: 5.4 g
3% 11% 84%
Protein: 3.3 g
Fats: 0.88 g
Carbs: 10.5 g
Water: 84.3 g
Other: 1.02 g
Contains more ProteinProtein +209.1%
Contains more FatsFats +570.5%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +181%
Contains more OtherOther +429.4%
Contains more WaterWater +72%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
46% 33% 22%
Saturated Fat: Sat. Fat 2.1 g
Monounsaturated Fat: Mono. Fat 1.5 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 1 g
100%
Saturated Fat: Sat. Fat 0.18 g
Monounsaturated Fat: Mono. Fat 0 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0 g
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat +∞%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +∞%
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat -91.4%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Tikka Masala Indian masala Opinion
Calories 191kcal 57kcal Tikka Masala
Protein 10.2g 3.3g Tikka Masala
Fats 5.9g 0.88g Tikka Masala
Net carbs 23.5g 7.9g Tikka Masala
Carbs 29.5g 10.5g Tikka Masala
Cholesterol 8mg 0mg Indian masala
Calcium 97mg 22mg Tikka Masala
Potassium 236mg Tikka Masala
Iron 1.4mg 1mg Tikka Masala
Sugar 4g 2.3g Indian masala
Fiber 6g 2.6g Tikka Masala
Zinc 0.5mg Tikka Masala
Phosphorus 77mg Tikka Masala
Sodium 247mg 92mg Indian masala
Vitamin B1 0.2mg Tikka Masala
Vitamin B2 0.1mg Tikka Masala
Vitamin B3 2.5mg Tikka Masala
Vitamin B6 0.04mg Tikka Masala
Vitamin B12 0.2µg Tikka Masala
Folate 25µg Tikka Masala
Saturated Fat 2.1g 0.18g Indian masala
Monounsaturated Fat 1.5g Tikka Masala
Polyunsaturated fat 1g Tikka Masala

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Tikka Masala Indian masala
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet Equal

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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
13%
Tikka Masala
0%
Indian masala
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
18%
Tikka Masala
6%
Indian masala

Comparison summary

Which food is richer in minerals?
Tikka Masala
Tikka Masala is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Tikka Masala
Tikka Masala is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Indian masala
Indian masala is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 8mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Indian masala
Indian masala is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.7g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Indian masala
Indian masala contains less Sodium (difference - 155mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Indian masala
Indian masala is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.92g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes ()
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)

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. Indian masala - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171181/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.