Braised Pork Leg vs Crispy Pork Rice: Which Has Fewer Calories?
🏆 Braised Pork Leg Rice - Lower Calories
rice-dishesthai-chinese
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🏆 Winner
Braised Pork Leg Rice
per 1 plate
520
Calories
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Crispy Pork Rice
per 1 plate
650
Calories
Quick Summary
Braised pork leg rice has 130 fewer calories than crispy pork rice because deep-fried crispy pork is high in fat.
Braised pork has 20% fewer calories and less fat
Nutrition Comparison
| Braised Pork Leg Rice 1 plate | Crispy Pork Rice 1 plate | |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 520 ✓ | 650 |
| Protein | 22g ✓ | 18g |
| Carbs | 62g ✓ | 65g |
| Fat | 20g ✓ | 35g |
| Fiber | 1g | 1g |
Detailed Comparison
One plate of braised pork leg rice has 520 calories while crispy pork rice has 650 calories - a 130 calorie or 20% difference. Crispy pork is higher because the deep-fried crispy skin is very high in fat (35g vs 20g). Braised pork has slightly more protein. For weight loss, choose braised pork with lean meat.
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Scan with GinFitFrequently Asked Questions
Is crispy pork high in fat?
Very high - the deep-fried crispy skin contains about 35g of fat per plate.
How to eat crispy pork healthier?
Choose lean meat without skin, reduce rice portion, and add more pickled vegetables.