Tangy Lentil Sloppy Joes

INGREDIENTS

1 cup

French Lentils (*see note)

4 cups

Water

1 tsp

Sea Salt (divided)

1 tbsp

Coconut Oil (unrefined, virgin)

2 cups

Yellow Onion (diced (about 1 medium onion))

2 cups

Green Bell Pepper (diced (about 1 large pepper))

Large Cloves of Garlic (minced)

2 1/2 tbsp

Chili Powder

1 1/2 tsp

Smoky Paprika

3 tbsp

Tomato Paste

1 1/2 cups

Tomato Sauce ((1 Can))

1 tbsp

Pickle Juice (or other pickling brine like olive)

2 tsp

Vegan Worcestershire

3 tbsp

Yellow Mustard

2 tbsp

Maple Syrup (or more to taste)

Hamburger Buns

Pickles, Tabasco, quick pickled onions, jalapeños, extra mustard, coleslaw.