Farro (Emmer Wheat) vs. Steel-Cut Oats (Irish Oats)
Comparing 2 standards across 10 specifications. 10 key differences identified.
Farro (Triticum dicoccum) is an ancient hulled wheat grain. Per 100g raw, it provides 340 kcal, 71.0g carbohydrates (10.5g fiber), 14.5g protein, and 2.5g fat with a low glycemic index of 45.
Steel-cut oats are whole oat groats chopped into two or three pinhead-sized pieces without steaming or rolling. Per 100g raw, they deliver 379 kcal, 67.7g carbohydrates (10.1g fiber), 15.8g protein, and 6.5g fat with a low glycemic index of 52.
Specification Comparison Table
10 Parameters| Parameter / Spec | ||
|---|---|---|
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Energy / Calories
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340 kcal | 379 kcal |
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Carbohydrates
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71.0 g | 67.7 g |
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Dietary Fiber
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10.5 g | 10.1 g |
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Net Carbohydrates
|
60.5 g | 57.6 g |
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Protein
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14.5 g | 15.8 g |
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Total Fat
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2.50 g | 6.52 g |
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Glycemic Index (GI)
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45 (Low) | 52 (Low) |
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Water Content
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11.0 g | 8.8 g |
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Gluten Status
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Contains Gluten | Naturally Gluten-Free |
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Standard Water-to-Rice Ratio
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3.0 : 1.0 (by volume) | 3.0 : 1.0 (Liquid to Oats) |