Favorite vs Chicharrones
Overall, Chicharrones has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 4 of our comparison points versus 3.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Favorite | Chicharrones |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | e | e |
| NOVA group | 4 | 3 |
| Calories | 312 kcal | 643 kcal |
| Fat | 26 g | 42.9 g |
| Saturated fat | 11.7 g | 14.3 g |
| Sugars | 1.3 g | 0 g |
| Salt | 2.4 g | 1.8 g |
| Fiber | — | 0 g |
| Protein | 15.6 g | 50 g |
| Additives | 2 | 0 |
| Allergens | Gluten, Soybeans | None listed |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Favorite has 52% fewer calories (312 kcal vs 643 kcal).
- Favorite has 39% less fat (26 g vs 42.9 g).
- Favorite has 18% less saturated fat (11.7 g vs 14.3 g).
- Chicharrones has no sugar, while Favorite has 1.3 g.
- Chicharrones has 27% less salt (1.8 g vs 2.4 g).
- Chicharrones has 69% more protein (50 g vs 15.6 g).
- Chicharrones is less processed (lower NOVA group).
- Only Favorite lists: Gluten, Soybeans.
Ingredients
Favorite
HALAL BEEF, WATER, SOY PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, BREAD CRUMBS [ENRICHED WHEAT FLOUR (FLOUR, BARLEY MALT, NIACIN, IRON, THIAMIN MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), SALT, YEAST, SUGAR, CALCIUM PROPIONATE (PRESERVATIVE)], HALAL LAMB, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF:, SEASONINGS (MONOSODIUM GLUTAMATE, SPICES, GARLIC, ONION POWDER, MALTODEXTRIN), SODIUM PHOSPHATE
Chicharrones
FRIED PORK SKIN, SEA SALT, FRIED IN RENDERED PORK FAT.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Favorite or Chicharrones?
Overall, Chicharrones 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?
Favorite has fewer calories: 312 kcal versus 643 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Chicharrones has less sugar: 0 g versus 1.3 g per 100 g.