Meat tenderizers: how do they work?

Meat can be tenderized using enzymatic or mechanical methods, as well as acidic substances like ginger and vinegar. Enzymatic tenderizers, such as bromelain and papain, break down peptide bonds, while mechanical tools break down muscle fibers and collagen bonds. Precautions must be taken when using these methods, as over-tenderizing can make meat mushy and enzymatic […]

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