Corned beef and potatoes in tortilla (Apache)
Whole food · American Indian/Alaska Native Foods
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This is a hearty, portable wrap featuring tender, savory corned beef and soft potatoes folded into a warm tortilla. The texture is a satisfying mix of the tortilla's slight chew, the flaky beef, and the creamy potato. Nutritionally, it offers a solid protein punch (7.91g per 100g) alongside its carbohydrate content, making it a filling energy source.
Calorie split: 14% protein · 52% carbs · 33% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love it for the perfect marriage of salty, savory corned beef and mild, comforting potatoes, all held in a convenient tortilla. It’s a beloved, no-fuss comfort food that’s both nostalgic and deeply satisfying.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The combination can be high in sodium from the corned beef and refined carbs from the tortilla, which may cause blood sugar spikes. To counteract this, pair it with a leafy green salad or a side of vegetables to add fiber and slow digestion, and consider using a whole-grain tortilla for more sustained energy.
Key benefits
- High-quality protein for muscle maintenance and satiety.
- Provides quick energy from carbohydrates.
- Contains iron from the corned beef.
- Portable and convenient for on-the-go meals.
- A complete, balanced meal in one package.
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The 'Apache' in the name likely refers to a specific style or recipe from a diner or food truck, not the Apache people, showcasing how regional American diners often coin catchy names for their hearty creations.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 52.5 g |
| Energy | 224 kcal |
| Energy | 936 kj |
| Protein | 7.9 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 8.3 g |
| Ash | 1.9 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 29.4 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 1.5 g |
| Total Sugars | 1.8 g |
| Sucrose | 0.37 g |
| Glucose | 0.21 g |
| Fructose | 0.25 g |
| Lactose | 0.00 g |
| Maltose | 0.97 g |
| Galactose | 0.00 g |
| Starch | 26.0 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 27.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 1.8 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 22.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 82.0 mg |
| Potassium, K | 275 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 511 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.88 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.07 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.31 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 11.3 ug |
| Thiamin | 0.28 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.14 mg |
| Niacin | 2.5 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.21 mg |
| Folate, total | 70.0 ug |
| Folate, food | 70.0 ug |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.23 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.20 mg |
| Tocopherol, beta | 0.01 mg |
| Tocopherol, gamma | 0.26 mg |
| Tocopherol, delta | 0.08 mg |
| Tocotrienol, alpha | 0.04 mg |
| Tocotrienol, beta | 0.00 mg |
| Tocotrienol, gamma | 0.00 mg |
| Tocotrienol, delta | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 3.1 ug |
| Vitamin K (Dihydrophylloquinone) | 1.8 ug |
| Vitamin K (Menaquinone-4) | 1.8 ug |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 3.4 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.18 g |
| SFA 15:0 | 0.03 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 1.8 g |
| SFA 17:0 | 0.07 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 1.3 g |
| SFA 20:0 | 0.02 g |
| SFA 22:0 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 3.3 g |
| MUFA 14:1 | 0.03 g |
| MUFA 15:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.19 g |
| MUFA 17:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 3.1 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.04 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 0.86 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 0.78 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.07 g |
| PUFA 18:3 n-3 c,c,c (ALA) | 0.07 g |
| PUFA 18:3 n-6 c,c,c | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:2 n-6 c,c | 0.01 g |
| PUFA 20:3 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.00 g |
| Cholesterol | 11.0 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
Estimated from Beef, cured, corned beef, brisket, raw — USDA does not publish this profile for Corned beef and potatoes in tortilla (Apache).
| Tryptophan | 0.13 g |
| Threonine | 0.55 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.63 g |
| Leucine | 1.1 g |
| Lysine | 1.1 g |
| Methionine | 0.34 g |
| Cystine | 0.19 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.53 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.48 g |
| Valine | 0.65 g |
| Arginine | 0.91 g |
| Histidine | 0.47 g |
| Alanine | 1.1 g |
| Aspartic acid | 1.4 g |
| Glutamic acid | 2.4 g |
| Glycine | 1.2 g |
| Proline | 1.1 g |
| Serine | 0.59 g |
FAQ
Is this a traditional Mexican dish?
Not exactly. While it uses a tortilla, the corned beef and potato filling is more characteristic of American or Tex-Mex comfort food, often found in diners or as a hearty breakfast or lunch item.
Can I make it healthier?
Absolutely. Use a whole-wheat or low-carb tortilla, load up on extra veggies like sautéed peppers and onions, and opt for a lower-sodium corned beef. Baking or air-frying the assembled wrap can also reduce added fats.
What's the best way to reheat leftovers?
For the best texture, reheat in a skillet over medium heat to re-crisp the tortilla. A brief stint in a toaster oven or air fryer also works well. Microwaving is fastest but may make the tortilla soft.
Nutrient density (calculated · NRF9.3)
Nutrient Rich Foods index: beneficial nutrients (protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals) minus saturated fat, added sugar & sodium, per 100 kcal.
NRF9.3 index — Fulgoni, Keast & Drewnowski, 2009. Computed from USDA nutrients.
Weight-loss friendliness (composite index)
Energy density 2.24 kcal/g · 14% calories from protein · 1.5 g fiber · 1.8 g sugar per 100 g.
Composite of energy density (Rolls et al., 1999), protein & fiber satiety, minus sugar. A calculated heuristic — ranks satiety-per-calorie, not a clinical measure.
Dietary load (calculated from USDA values)
Potential renal acid load. Positive = acid-forming, negative = alkaline-forming.
Sodium-to-potassium ratio: 1.86 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.