Pedro's South of the Border Chinese Chicken Recipe
Pedro's South of the Border Chinese Chicken has a high-calorie, very high-carb, low-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A, Vitamin B6 and Niacin.
The food contains 91.2g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is high in complex carbs and very high in Simple carbs. Carbs are our primary source of energy but its source should be chosen with utmost care. Complex carbs are a more desirable addition to your diet, where as simple carbs should be consumed in moderation as it is very easily broken down, assimilated and absorbed in the body. Its very high sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 14 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Because of its low fat content, it could be suitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's low MUFA and low PUFA. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the bottom 20% of all food items. It is also ranked in the bottom 20 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good fats".
It has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is high in Magnesium, which is an essential micronutrient needed to keep muscle and nerve functioning normal and heart beat rhythmic. It also helps to support a healthy immune system, and keeps bones strong. It is also an average source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
It belongs to Chinese cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 65, for Pedro's South of the Border Chinese Chicken, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calorie Breakdown
| Calories from Protein | 13% | |
| Calories from Fat | 4% | |
| Calories from Carbs | 83% |
Why this is good for you
- High in Protein
- High in Vitamin B6
- Very high in Niacin
- Very high in Vitamin A
- Very low in Saturated Fat
- High in Dietary Fiber
Why this is bad for you
- High in Sodium
Vitamin Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 2890 IU | 57.8% | ||
| Vitamin C | 6.3 mg | 10.5% | ||
| Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
| Vitamin E | 0.22 mg | 0.73% | ||
| Thiamin | 0.26 mg | 17.1% | ||
| Riboflavin | 0.12 mg | 7.2% | ||
| Niacin | 6.8 mg | 34% | ||
| Vitamin B6 | 0.49 mg | 24.4% | ||
| Folate | 25.6 mcg | 6.4% | ||
| Vitamin B12 | 0.13 mcg | 2.2% | ||
| Pantothenic Acid | 1 mg | 10.1% |
Mineral Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 36 mg | 3.6% | ||
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10.1% | ||
| Magnesium | 96 mg | 24% | ||
| Phosphorus | 233 mg | 23.3% | ||
| Potassium | 352.1 mg | 10.1% | ||
| Sodium | 600 mg | 25% | ||
| Zinc | 1.5 mg | 10.3% | ||
| Copper | 0.21 mg | 10.3% | ||
| Manganese | 1.9 mg | 94.9% | ||
| Selenium | 6.7 mcg | 9.5% |
Carbohydrate Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 91.2 g | 30.4% | ||
| Dietary Fiber | 5.2 g | 20.8% | ||
| Sugars | 40.1 g |
Protein Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 14 g | 28% |
Fat Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 2 g | 3.1% | ||
| Saturated Fat | 0.4 g | 2% | ||
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | |||
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g |
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 433 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 2 g 3.1%
Saturated Fat 0.4 g 2%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 19.7 mg 6.6%
Sodium 600 mg 25%
Total Carbohydrates 91.2 g 30.4%
Dietary Fiber 5.2 g20.8%
Sugars 40.1 g
Protein 14 g 28%
Vitamin A 57.8% Vitamin C 10.5%
Calcium 3.6% Iron 10.1%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
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