Chinese Style Microwave Rice vs Ancho & Lime Rice
Overall, Ancho & Lime Rice has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 2 of our comparison points versus 1.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Chinese Style Microwave Rice | Ancho & Lime Rice |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | b | b |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 132 kcal | 154 kcal |
| Fat | 1.5 g | 1.2 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.2 g | 0.2 g |
| Sugars | 2.3 g | 2.3 g |
| Salt | 0.4 g | 0.4 g |
| Fiber | 1.3 g | 2.5 g |
| Protein | 2.5 g | 2.5 g |
| Additives | 3 | 2 |
| Allergens | Soybeans | None listed |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Chinese Style Microwave Rice has 15% fewer calories (132 kcal vs 154 kcal).
- Ancho & Lime Rice has 20% less fat (1.2 g vs 1.5 g).
- Ancho & Lime Rice has 48% more fiber (2.5 g vs 1.3 g).
- Only Chinese Style Microwave Rice lists: Soybeans.
Ingredients
Chinese Style Microwave Rice
Cooked long grain rice (79%) (water, long grain rice), Red pepper (4%), Green pepper (4%), Spring onion (4%), Soy sauce (water, soybeans, salt, ethanol), Vegetable oil (sunflower oil and/or rapeseed oil), Glucose syrup, Ginger purée, Honey, Fructose, Soy sauce (water, soybean, salt, spirit vinegar), Garlic purée, Onion powder, Yeast extract, White wine vinegar, Flavourings, Sugar, Garlic powder, Stabiliser (guar gum), Cornflour, Ginger powder, Cinnamon powder, Salt, Star anise, Fennel powder, Colour (paprika extract), Clove powder, Cayenne pepper.
Ancho & Lime Rice
Cooked Long Grain Rice (81%), Red Pepper (5%), Onion (5%), Garlic Purée, Vegetable Oil (Sunflower, Rapeseed), Coriander, Sugar, Tomato Powder, Dried Glucose Syrup, Cornflour, Maize Starch, Salt, Dried Red Pepper, Paprika Powder, Garlic Powder, Cumin Powder, Colour: Paprika Extract; Dried Onion, Acidity Regulator: Citric Acid; Chilli Flakes, Black Pepper, Ancho Chilli, Parsley, Flavourings.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Chinese Style Microwave Rice or Ancho & Lime Rice?
Overall, Ancho & Lime Rice has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. We compare Nutri-Score, processing level and seven nutrients per 100 g. Your own needs (for example low sugar or high protein) may make a different choice better for you.
Which has fewer calories?
Chinese Style Microwave Rice has fewer calories: 132 kcal versus 154 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Chinese Style Microwave Rice has less sugar: 2.3 g versus 2.3 g per 100 g.