Vegan Sloppy Joes

¼ cupchopped yellow or sweet onion

¼ cupchopped green or red pepper, or a combo of both

½garlic cloves, finely chopped

Drizzle of oil or broth to sauté

½ cupsbroth(see note)

¼ cupdried green or brown lentils

3 ¾ ouncestomato sauce(see note)

¼ tablespoonTamari/soy sauce

¼ tablespoonmaple syrup

¼ teaspoonapple cider vinegar

⅖ teaspoonschili powder

¼ teaspoonsmoked paprika

Sea salt, if needed (see note)

Burger buns

Pickles

Shredded cabbage or lettuce

Baked oven fries