Long Grain vs Chinese Style Microwave Rice
Overall, Long Grain has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 4 of our comparison points versus 2.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Long Grain | Chinese Style Microwave Rice |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | b | b |
| NOVA group | — | 4 |
| Calories | 162 kcal | 132 kcal |
| Fat | 0.5 g | 1.5 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.1 g | 0.2 g |
| Sugars | 0.5 g | 2.3 g |
| Salt | 0 g | 0.4 g |
| Fiber | 0.5 g | 1.3 g |
| Protein | 4 g | 2.5 g |
| Additives | 0 | 3 |
| Allergens | None listed | Soybeans |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Chinese Style Microwave Rice has 18% fewer calories (132 kcal vs 162 kcal).
- Long Grain has 67% less fat (0.5 g vs 1.5 g).
- Long Grain has 78% less sugar (0.5 g vs 2.3 g).
- Long Grain has 98% less salt (0 g vs 0.4 g).
- Chinese Style Microwave Rice has 62% more fiber (1.3 g vs 0.5 g).
- Long Grain has 38% more protein (4 g vs 2.5 g).
- Only Chinese Style Microwave Rice lists: Soybeans.
Ingredients
Long Grain
Not available.
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.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Long Grain or Chinese Style Microwave Rice?
Overall, Long Grain 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 162 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Long Grain has less sugar: 0.5 g versus 2.3 g per 100 g.