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Chef Hubert's Herb-Crusted Leg of Lamb with Candied Tomatoes

Ingredients for 6-8 people
  • Leg of lamb
    1.8 kg / 2.2 kg
  • Tomatoes
    4-6
  • Thyme
    ½ bunch
  • Rosemary
    A few sprigs
  • Chopped shallots
    4
  • Garlic
    1 head
  • Olive oil
    3 tablespoons
  • Bay leaves
    1 small bouquet
  • Breadcrumbs
    2 tablespoons
  • Salt and pepper


Preparation
  • Prep time: 25 minutes
  • Cooking time: 45 minutes


Difficulty: Intermediate

Peel and chop the shallots and garlic.

Cut the tomatoes in half, remove the seeds, and place them on a plate with the bay leaves.

Heat 20 cl of olive oil, add the garlic and shallots, and sauté for 2 minutes. Pour over the tomatoes and season with pepper.

Bake in the oven at 100°C for about 45 minutes. Reserve.

Chop the thyme and rosemary, then mix with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and the breadcrumbs. Reserve.

Season the lamb with salt and pepper, drizzle with olive oil, and roast at 220°C for 20 minutes (adjust based on size). Remove the lamb.

Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture over the entire surface and return to the oven for 5 minutes. Deglaze the cooking juices with a little water.

Slice at the table and serve with the cooking juices.

Alternative: Cook the lamb at a low temperature for tender results.

A creation of Chef Hubert