Kung Pao Chicken vs Pollo mechado
Overall, Pollo mechado has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 4 of our comparison points versus 3.
Kung Pao Chicken
Pollo mechado
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Kung Pao Chicken | Pollo mechado |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | c | a |
| NOVA group | — | 4 |
| Calories | 160 kcal | 160 kcal |
| Fat | 6.7 g | 9.6 g |
| Saturated fat | 1.3 g | 1.7 g |
| Sugars | 5.3 g | 2.5 g |
| Salt | 1.2 g | 0.8 g |
| Fiber | 1.3 g | 1 g |
| Protein | 16 g | 15.9 g |
| Additives | 0 | 5 |
| Allergens | Eggs, Gluten, Peanuts, Soybeans | Eggs, Gluten, Soybeans, Sulphur dioxide and sulphites |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Kung Pao Chicken has 31% less fat (6.7 g vs 9.6 g).
- Kung Pao Chicken has 23% less saturated fat (1.3 g vs 1.7 g).
- Pollo mechado has 53% less sugar (2.5 g vs 5.3 g).
- Pollo mechado has 30% less salt (0.8 g vs 1.2 g).
- Kung Pao Chicken has 25% more fiber (1.3 g vs 1 g).
- Pollo mechado has the better Nutri-Score.
- Only Kung Pao Chicken lists: Peanuts.
- Only Pollo mechado lists: Sulphur dioxide and sulphites.
Ingredients
Kung Pao Chicken
Chicken Dark Meat Chunks: Chicken Dark Meat Chunks Whole Eggs. Soy Bean Oil Water Cornstarch. Chill Powder Salt White Pepper, Ginger, Garlic And Green Onion Vegetables Packet: Green Bell Pepper Red Bell Pepper, Brown Onion, Fried Dry Chill And Water Chestnut Peanuts Packet Fried Peanuts (Pears Peanut Oil) Sauce Packet Water Sugar Soy Sa (Soy, Wheat), Vinegar, Modified Can Starch, Lime Juice Salt Ginger Garc And Green Onion CONTAINS EGGS, SOY, WHEAT & PEANUTS
Pollo mechado
Pechuga de pollo (63%), cebolla, tomate triturado [tomate (99,4%), sal y acidulante (E-330)], pimiento rojo, aceite de orujo de oliva, zanahoria, vino blanco [SULFITO], ajo, azúcar, sal, caldo concentrado de pollo [sal, potenciadores del sabor(glutamato monosódico, inosinato, guanilato disódico), grasas y aceites vegetales (grasa de palma totalmente hidrogenada, aceite de girasol), extracto de levadura, pollo (3.5%), (grasa de pollo y carne de pollo (17%), cebolla (1,7%)), almidon de patata, aromas (contiene HUEVO), especias, salsa de SOJA, (SOJA, TRIGO), colorante (caramelo E-150c), zumo de cebolla concentrado, antioxidantes (extracto de romero)], pimentón dulce, pimentón picante, laurel, orégano y tomillo
FAQ
Which is healthier: Kung Pao Chicken or Pollo mechado?
Overall, Pollo mechado 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?
Kung Pao Chicken has fewer calories: 160 kcal versus 160 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Pollo mechado has less sugar: 2.5 g versus 5.3 g per 100 g.