For 4 people
Preparation : 35 mins
Cooking : 35 mins

Ingredients :

1 boneless saddle of lamb weighing approximately 1 kg;
100 g of honey;
1 sprig of fresh thyme;
2 cloves garlic ;
400 g cooked chickpeas;
2 cloves garlic ;
1 shallot;
3 potatoes;
salt, pepper, olive oil.

Food & Wine Pairing :
Collioure Rouge Les Abelles

Recipe :

• Degrease the lamb saddle and place it on a baking tray;
• Mix the honey, minced garlic and thyme with a little water and lightly brush the saddle before placing it in the oven preheated to 210°C for 35 minutes;
• Baste the meat generously throughout the cooking time;
• Meanwhile, cook the chickpeas, garlic, shallot and potatoes in salted water. Prepare the puree by adding olive oil to combine;
• Remove the meat from the oven, then wrap it in aluminum foil and let it rest for 10 minutes before cutting.
• Serve hot.