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Recipe for Perfectly Tender Beef Steak

Ever pondered the source of those delectable, tender and juicy steak cuts that grace restaurant tables? The secret lies in the appropriate use of specific ingredients in marination - salt, baking soda, carbonated water and fruit juice. All of these work together to produce the perfect, melt-in-your-mouth steak, even when they are as thin as 1-2cm.

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3 September, 2023

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How to Make Beef Tender Like Silk

1. Salt

Regular table salt can be used, but using egg salt will result in better quality.

Spread salt evenly on the meat surface, refrigerate for 2-3 hours, rinse off the salt layer. Use paper towel to absorb the remaining water on the meat. Finally, when processing, add your desired seasonings and aromatic leaves.

2. Fruit juice

Fruits such as kiwi, pomelo, and papaya contain enzymes that help soften the meat and add natural sweetness.

Peel, remove seeds, and grind the fruit. Marinate evenly on the meat surface. Use food wrap to wrap the meat and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes. Rinse off and cook as usual.

3. Baking soda

Baking soda helps tenderize the meat while retaining its natural sweetness.

Spread baking soda evenly on both sides of the beef and refrigerate for 15-20 minutes. Rinse off before cooking and add desired seasonings and aromatic leaves.

4. Carbonated water

Carbonated water and mineral water with gas support tenderizing beef.

Pour water onto the beef and leave it in a cool place for the gas bubbles to work for at least 3 hours. If leaving overnight, store in the refrigerator. Avoid using soda if leaving overnight as it may affect the meat’s natural sweetness.