Mushroom Lentil Burger

Ingredients

• 1 large red onion
• 2 tbsp coconut oil or grapeseed oil
• 2 portobello mushrooms
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 tsp fresh thyme
• 1 1/2 tsp sea salt
• 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1/2 cup red wine
• 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
• 1 tsp liquid smoke
• 2 tbsp vegan Worcestershire sauce*
• 1 cup chopped nuts (such as walnuts or almonds)
• 3/4 cup ground flaxseeds (also called flaxmeal)
• 3/4 cup vital wheat gluten*
• 1-2 tbsp coconut or grapeseed oil