The Best Way To Make Black Eyed Peas

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🥗Healthier: smoked turkey leg

💰Cheaper: pork shoulder

Smoked turkey leg is lower in fat, while pork shoulder is more budget-friendly.

Soak black eyed peas in cold water (no specific time mentioned).

Chop bacon into desired size.

In a large wok, fry the chopped bacon until golden brown and crispy, using medium heat.

Chop bell peppers and half a sweet Vidalia onion.

Add half of the chopped bell peppers and onions to the frying bacon to create a broth.

Season the mixture with chicken bouillon powder, curry powder, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, red pepper flakes, and a small amount of sugar.

Stir the mixture to combine and let it cook on medium-low heat.

Once the bacon is crispy, pour off most of the oil, leaving some in the pan.

Add the soaked black eyed peas to the pan with the bacon and vegetables.

Add the remaining chopped bell peppers and onions to the mixture.

Cook the beans on low heat, stirring occasionally, and add more broth or water if the mixture gets too thick.

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