1 lb (500 g) of lamb fillet, cut into a fine brunoise
2 French shallots, finely chopped
½ t. (125 ml) green olives, pitted and chopped
1 small garlic clove, pressed (or finely chopped)
¾ t. (175 ml) firm sheep's milk cheese such as Zacharie Cloutier, diced
Tabasco (to taste)
¼ t. (60 mL) celery leaves, chopped
10 sprigs of chives, chopped
Olive oil
Salt and pepper
1 handful of parsley, chopped (optional)
Preparation
Place the lamb, shallots, olives, garlic and cheese in a mixing bowl and mix well.
Add herbs and Tabasco, salt and pepper.
Mix well, adding the oil in a trickle until you get a fluffy texture.
Serve immediately on toasted baguette croutons.
Chef’s Tip
A recipe from Fromagerie Nouvelle France, which makes Zacharie Cloutier. This cheese has won several awards and was awarded Caseus d'OR in 2022, the best cheese in Quebec!
