Savory Pierogi with Walnut Meat and Topped with Walnut Sour Cream – DelicioUS!

Ingredients

• 345 g raw California walnuts
• 1 tbsp. tomato paste
• 1 tsp. smoked paprika
• 1 tsp. oregano (dried)
• 1 tsp. thyme (dried)
• 1 tsp. basil (dried)
• 1 tsp. fennel seed
• 1 tsp. chili flake
• 1 tsp. garlic powder
• 1 tsp. onion powder
• 2 tbsp. soy sauce
• 2 tbsp. olive oil
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 230 g raw California walnuts
• 236 ml water
• 2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
• 2 tbsp. nutritional yeast
• 12 dumpling wrappers
• 230 g Italian Walnut Sausage
• 118 ml water
• 2 tbsp. vegan butter
• 1 tsp. flaky salt
• 1 tbsp. chives, minced (for garnish)
• 225 g Walnut Sour Cream