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Instant Pot Lentil Sloppy Joes
A plant-based twist on a comfort food classic! Try these lentil sloppy joes and get a hearty fill of fiber and protein. Seasoned with chili powder and smoked paprika.
Servings 6
Ingredients
- 2 tsp. avocado oil
- 1/2 small yellow onion diced
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1 cup dried green lentils
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 15- ounce can tomato sauce
- 1 Tbsp. brown sugar
- 1 Tbsp. vegan Worcestershire sauce
- ½ tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- 6 whole-wheat hamburger buns
- Onion slices for garnish
Instructions
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Select the sauté setting on an electric pressure cooker. Heat the oil and add the onion and garlic, and sauté until soft, about 3 minutes.
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Add the lentils, broth and salt. Cover with and lock down the lid. Pressure-cook for 15 minutes at HIGH pressure.
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Once the cook time completes, allow the pressure cooker to release pressure naturally; this takes about 10 minutes. Once all the pressure has released, turn the steam valve to release any remaining pressure. Keep pressure cooker on the “keep warm” setting.
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Next add tomato sauce, brown sugar, vegan Worcestershire sauce, chili powder, and smoked paprika to the pressure cooker pot. Stir to combine until heated through.
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Serve on whole wheat buns with a couple slices of onion.
Recipe Notes
Stove-top (non instant pot version):
Add the same amount of broth and lentils to a small saucepan and heat over medium-high heat. Bring to a low boil, then reduce heat to a simmer and cook uncovered for about 18 minutes, or until tender. Then, you can add the cooked lentils to a large saucepan where you can add the tomato sauce and other ingredients.