Smoky Joes (4 servings)

8 oz saitan
1 tbsp olive oil
1/2 cup minced onion
1/2 cup minced green beell pepper
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp soy sauce
1/2 cup ketchup
1 tbsp tomato paste
1/4 cup water
1 or 2 chipotle chiles in adobo, finely minced
1 tsp brown mustard
1 tbsp chili powder
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp liquid smoke
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
4 burger rolls

Shred or finely chop the seitan and set it aside.  In a large saucepan, heat the oil over medium heat.  Add the onion and bell pepper, cover, and cook until softened, about 10 minutes.  Add the garlic and cook 30 seconds longer.  Stir in the chopped seitan and the soy sauce and cook for 2 to 3 minutes to lightly brown.

Stir in ketchup, tomato paste, water, chipotle, mustard, chili powder, paprika, liquid smoke, salt and pepper.  Mix well, adding a little more water if the mixture is too dry.  Simmer for 5 minutes to blend flavors.

When ready to serve, spoon the mixture onto the rolls and serve hot.