✔ 2 cups mushrooms (finely chopped, cremini or button work best) 🍄
✔ ½ cup walnuts (finely ground, adds texture & protein) 🌰
✔ ½ cup breadcrumbs (or oat flour for gluten-free option)
✔ ¼ cup finely chopped onion 🧅
✔ 3 cloves garlic (minced) 🧄
✔ 1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari (adds umami depth)
✔ 1 tablespoon tomato paste
✔ 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed (or chia seeds) + 3 tbsp water (flax egg)
✔ 1 teaspoon dried oregano 🌿
✔ 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
✔ ½ teaspoon salt
✔ ¼ teaspoon black pepper
✔ 2 tablespoons olive oil (for sautéing & baking)