Barbecue Lentils (vegan, gluten-free and dairy free)

INGREDIENTS

1 tbsp

olive oil

small onion or 1/2 large onion, diced

4 cloves

garlic, peeled and minced

1 cup

organic green lentils

4 cups

water

1/2 tsp

salt (or more to taste)

1 cup

organic ketchup

1/3 cup

Bragg's apple cider vinegar

1/4 cup

brown sugar (or coconut sugar)

1 tbsp

maple syrup

2 tsp

chili powder

1/2 tsp

black pepper

2 tbsp

tomato paste

optional: 1/2 tsp liquid smoke