Southwest Sausage and Sweet Potato Wrap
Recipe by Joe Urban.
Bold Flavor, Built for K-12 Lunch
Designed for K-12 foodservice, this Southwest wrap layers two Jones Chicken Chorizo Sausage Patties with savory sweet potato fries, shredded romaine, fresh pico de gallo, and cilantro lime crema in a warm whole-grain tortilla. It meets USDA meal pattern requirements for meat, whole grains, and vegetables, and delivers the bold, craveable flavors that keep students coming back.
Ingredients
- 100 Jones Dairy Farm Chicken Chorizo Sausage Patties
- 9 lbs., 12 oz. sweet potato fries, savory seasoned
- 3 qt., ½ c. romaine lettuce, shredded
- Cilantro Lime Crema:
- 1 pt., 1 c., 2 tbsp. reduced-fat sour cream
- ¾ c., 1½ tsp. lime juice
- ¾ c., 1½ tsp. fresh cilantro, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp., ¼ tsp. garlic powder
- Pico de Gallo:
- 1 qt., 1 pt., 1½ c. tomatoes, chopped
- 1 pt., ½ c. onion, chopped
- 1¾ c., 2 tbsp. fresh cilantro, chopped
- 7½ jalapeño peppers
- 5 limes
- 2½ tsp. salt
Directions
Prepare the cilantro lime crema: combine sour cream, lime juice, garlic powder, and cilantro in a mixing bowl. Stir until smooth. Transfer to a covered container and refrigerate. Hold cold at 41°F or below until service.
Prepare the pico de gallo: dice tomatoes, onions, and jalapeños. Chop cilantro and squeeze limes. Combine all ingredients in a bowl and mix well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before service. Hold cold at 41°F or below until service.
Wash romaine under cool running water, shred, and transfer to a covered container. Hold cold at 41°F or below until service.
Preheat convection oven to 425°F.
Place sweet potato fries in a single layer on a sheet pan. Bake for 8–12 minutes, turning once halfway through, until hot (165°F). Transfer to steam table pan. Hold at 135°F or above until service.
Place Jones Chicken Chorizo Sausage Patties on a parchment-lined sheet pan. Bake for 12–15 minutes, until hot (165°F). Transfer to steam table pan. Hold at 135°F or above until service.
Warm tortillas in oven for 1–2 minutes until soft and pliable.
Assembly: place tortilla on preparation surface. Add 2 chorizo patties and ½ cup sweet potato fries. Top with ¼ cup shredded romaine, ¼ cup pico de gallo, and 1 tablespoon cilantro lime crema. Fold sides inward and roll tightly. Serve immediately
This recipe features
Chicken Chorizo Sausage Patties
This recipe features
Chicken Chorizo Sausage Patties
