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For the dry rub: Mix together the sugar, chili powder, salt, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, seafood seasoning and cayenne until thoroughly combined.
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Give the pork a healthy rubbing of the dry rub.
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Refrigerate and let sit for 24 hours.
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Prepare a smoker with hickory chunks to 225 degrees F. Smoke the pork until it reaches an internal temperature of 190 degrees F, about 1 hour 15 minutes per pound.
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For the bbq sauce: Saute the garlic and onions until soft in a large saucepan.
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Stir in the chili powder and saute until toasted and fragrant, about 1 minute.
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Add the molasses, beef stock, mustard, vinegar, Worcestershire, steak sauce, salt, black pepper, hot sauce, lemon juice, chipotles and habanero and simmer for 30 to 45 minutes.
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Remove the habanero, transfer to a food processor or blender and puree.
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For the citrus dressing: Whisk together the vinegar, sugar, juice, honey and white pepper, and add celery seed and salt to taste.
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When the pork is ready, pull it by hand into small chunks and mix in a bowl with the bbq sauce.
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Put the carrots and cabbage into a large bowl.
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Slowly add the dressing and hand toss until the slaw is coated but not saturated.
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Reserve remaining dressing for future use.
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Scoop about 1 cup of the pork mixture onto each roll and top with about 1/4 cup of the purple slaw.
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This recipe was provided by a chef, restaurant or culinary professional and makes a large quantity.
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The Food Network Kitchens chefs have not tested this recipe, in the proportions indicated, and therefore, we cannot make any representation as to the results.