Pata De Cerdo (Canary Island Style Pork Roast)

Very popular in the Canary Islands, these roast pork sandwiches are sure to please! The meat is juicy, and tender. Perfect for a picnic!

• Ready In: 3 hrs 10 mins
• Serves: 6-8

Ingredients

• 3 -4  garlic cloves
•  sea salt
• 1 1⁄2 teaspoons paprika (I like smoky)
• 1⁄2 teaspoon thyme
• 1⁄2 teaspoon oregano
• 1⁄4 cup olive oil
• 3  lbs  pork sirloin roast (bone in, the roast should have a fair amount of fat on top)
• 2 -3  crusty French baguettes, sliced lengthwise
•  salt

Directions

1. Using a mortar and pestle, mash garlic cloves and sea salt.
2. Once creamy, add paprika, thyme, oregano and olive oil; combine well.
3. Rub roast all over with this mixture.
4. Place uncovered in a preheated 350 degree Fahrenheit oven.
5. Bake 3 to 4 hours or until cooked through.
6. Remove from oven and allow to stand 15 minutes before slicing.
7. Slice into very thin slices.
8. Serve on crusty baguettes, lightly salted.