Vegan Sloppy Joes

¼ cup chopped yellow or sweet onion

¼ cup chopped green or red pepper , or a combo of both

½ garlic cloves , finely chopped

Drizzle of oil or broth to sauté

½ cups broth (see note)

¼ cup dried green or brown lentils

3 ¾ ounces tomato sauce (see note)

¼ tablespoon Tamari/soy sauce

¼ tablespoon maple syrup

¼ teaspoon apple cider vinegar

⅖ teaspoons chili powder

¼ teaspoon smoked paprika

Sea salt , if needed (see note)

Burger buns

Pickles

Shredded cabbage or lettuce

Baked oven fries