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When we first started out, we had the privilege of hosting more than 200 volunteers from all over the world. They came to the farm to learn about permaculture, meat processing, and culinary practices. It was an inspiring time of collaboration, and one delicious result of that experience was our Spicy Cilantro Chicken Sausage.

In 2013, longtime volunteer Brent, and Shawn, crafted this flavorful sausage, blending fresh garlic, jalapeño, and aromatic cilantro into the perfect balance of heat and freshness. Made with our ground chicken, it quickly became a farm favorite. One of the best ways to enjoy it? Lettuce wraps! These are light, flavorful, and packed with protein—perfect for a quick meal or a fresh party dish.

Spicy Cilantro Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Serves 4

Ingredients:

• 1 lb L&S Spicy Cilantro Sausage
• 1 lb L&S Ground Chicken
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• ½ cup diced onions
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 2 tbsp soy sauce or coconut aminos
• 1 tbsp lime juice
• 1 tsp honey or brown sugar
• 1 tsp sesame oil (optional)
• 1 head butter lettuce or romaine leaves
• ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
• Sliced green onions and sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions:

1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onions and red bell pepper, sauté until soft.
2. Add the Spicy Cilantro Sausage and ground chicken and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned.
3. Stir in soy sauce, lime juice, honey, and sesame oil. Cook for another 2 minutes, letting the flavors blend.
4. Remove from heat and spoon the mixture into individual lettuce leaves.
5. Top with fresh cilantro, green onions, and sesame seeds. Serve immediately!

These wraps are bold, fresh, and bursting with flavor—just like the community spirit that helped create them. Enjoy!