General Chang’s Chicken vs Spicy Ginger Garlic Edamame
Overall, Spicy Ginger Garlic Edamame has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 5 of our comparison points versus 2.
General Chang’s Chicken
Spicy Ginger Garlic Edamame
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | General Chang’s Chicken | Spicy Ginger Garlic Edamame |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | c | a |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 144 kcal | 135 kcal |
| Fat | 4.2 g | 4.5 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.5 g | 0.8 g |
| Sugars | 7.7 g | 3.4 g |
| Salt | 0.7 g | 1.1 g |
| Fiber | 0.6 g | 8.4 g |
| Protein | 6.1 g | 10.7 g |
| Additives | 1 | 1 |
| Allergens | Eggs, Gluten, Molluscs, Sesame seeds, Soybeans | Sesame seeds, Soybeans |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- General Chang’s Chicken has 43% less saturated fat (0.5 g vs 0.8 g).
- Spicy Ginger Garlic Edamame has 56% less sugar (3.4 g vs 7.7 g).
- General Chang’s Chicken has 41% less salt (0.7 g vs 1.1 g).
- Spicy Ginger Garlic Edamame has 92% more fiber (8.4 g vs 0.6 g).
- Spicy Ginger Garlic Edamame has 43% more protein (10.7 g vs 6.1 g).
- Spicy Ginger Garlic Edamame has the better Nutri-Score.
- Only General Chang’s Chicken lists: Eggs, Gluten, Molluscs.
Ingredients
General Chang’s Chicken
Cooked rice (water, white rice), sauce (water, sugar, soy sauce [water, soybeans, wheat, salt, alcohol, vinegar, lactic acid], canola oil, chicken broth, chili paste [red chili peppers, distilled vinegar, garlic, salt], corn starch, garlic puree, less than 2% of oyster sauce [water, sugar, salt, oyster extractives (oyster, water, salt)], ginger puree, distilled vinegar, sesame seed oil), battered chicken (chicken breast, water, corn starch, wheat flour, yellow corn flour, rice starch, less than 2% of salt, dextrose, egg whites, sodium phosphate, natural flavors), vegetables (broccoli, red bell peppers).
Spicy Ginger Garlic Edamame
Soybeans, Gluten Free Soy Sauce (water, soybeans, cornstarch, salt), garlic purée, ginger purée, water, soybean oil, sesame oil, sugar, spices (dried red chili flakes, chili powder, ginger powder), lemon juice, xanthan gum. Contains: soy, sesame.
FAQ
Which is healthier: General Chang’s Chicken or Spicy Ginger Garlic Edamame?
Overall, Spicy Ginger Garlic Edamame 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?
Spicy Ginger Garlic Edamame has fewer calories: 135 kcal versus 144 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Spicy Ginger Garlic Edamame has less sugar: 3.4 g versus 7.7 g per 100 g.