Wholegrain spicy mexican style rice vs Chinese Style Microwave Rice
Neither product is clearly better overall — it depends on what matters most to you.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Wholegrain spicy mexican sty... | Chinese Style Microwave Rice |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | b | b |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 162 kcal | 132 kcal |
| Fat | 2.8 g | 1.5 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.4 g | 0.2 g |
| Sugars | 2 g | 2.3 g |
| Salt | 0.3 g | 0.4 g |
| Fiber | 3.2 g | 1.3 g |
| Protein | 4.2 g | 2.5 g |
| Additives | 2 | 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 19% fewer calories (132 kcal vs 162 kcal).
- Chinese Style Microwave Rice has 46% less fat (1.5 g vs 2.8 g).
- Wholegrain spicy mexican style rice has 59% more fiber (3.2 g vs 1.3 g).
- Wholegrain spicy mexican style rice has 40% more protein (4.2 g vs 2.5 g).
- Only Chinese Style Microwave Rice lists: Soybeans.
Ingredients
Wholegrain spicy mexican style rice
COOKED WHOLEGRAIN BROWN RICE (76%) (Water Wholegrain Brown Rice), SWEETCORN (6%), Tomato Purée, ADZUKI BEANS (4%), Red Pepper, Sunflower Oil, Sugar, GREEN JALAPEÑO CHILLI (1%), Yeast Extract Powder, Onion Powder, Cumin Powder, Lemon Juice, Flavouring: Tumeric Extract; Garlic Powder, Garlic Purée, Stabiliser. Guar Gum; Colour: Paprika Extract, Salt
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: Wholegrain spicy mexican style rice or Chinese Style Microwave Rice?
Neither product is clearly better overall — it depends on what matters most to you. 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?
Wholegrain spicy mexican style rice has less sugar: 2 g versus 2.3 g per 100 g.