INGREDIENTS
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1 onion, cut in quarters
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2 cloves garlic, smashed with the side of a chef’s knife or cleaver
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1 or 2 cups cider vinegar
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Water
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4 teaspoons coarse salt (sea or kosher)
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4 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
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2 teaspoons garlic powder
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2 teaspoons onion powder
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1 teaspoon cayenne pepper or hot paprika
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1 Boston butt (upper section of the pork shoulder—5 to 7 pounds)
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Carolina Vinegar Sauce
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3 tablespoons butter, melted
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12 sesame seed buns, split