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1. 1

   If using whole pork: grind once through medium plate. Mix with seasonings and a little cold water until tacky. If you have a vacuum pack or loaf pan, press into a 2–3 cm thick slab, cover, and refrigerate 2+ hours (helps set).

2. 2

   Slice slab into sandwich-sized ovals (or shape with ring mold). Sear on hot griddle or roast at 180°C / 350°F until internal 71–74°C. Brush with sauce and char or broil briefly.

3. 3

   Sauce: simmer sauce ingredients 8–10 min until thickened; adjust sweet/tang.

4. 4

   Assemble: bun → generous BBQ sauce → pork slab → extra sauce → onions → pickles → top bun.