• 3 tablespoons (or more) of vital wheat gluten flour
• 1/2 cup of vegetable oil
• Salt to taste (approximately 2 shallow tablespoons)
• 1/2 cup of dry white wine
• 2 tablespoons of a mix of dried oregano, dried parsley, and dried rosemary
• 1 tablespoon of smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon of red chili flakes
• 1/4 teaspoon of liquid smoke or to taste
• 1 teaspoon of onion powder
• 2 teaspoons of mushroom powder
• 1/2 tablespoon of garlic blend (recipe below) or 2 minced garlic cloves
• 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
• 2 tablespoons of barbecue sauce
• 3 tablespoons of tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon of lemon juice (optional but recommended)
