The Best Way to Tenderize Tough Meat

Have you ever wondered if you can tenderize a tough cut of meat without a pressure cooker? Turns out you can! I was so surprised when I learned about this awesome trick by How To Cook Great. According to him, it is the best way to tenderize tough meat using the method of marinating. It is a super easy technique – you don’t even need to pound the meat.

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What you only need to tenderize the meat is papaya. Yes, you read that right. This fruit can work wonders in making your meat tender. Have you heard of this hack before? None of us in my family knew about this trick. You should definitely try this if you don’t have a pressure cooker at home. But take note that this only works at a certain temperature.

Here are some delicious meat recipes: Comforting One Pot Beef Stew, and Cheesy Beef and Potato Casserole Recipe.

What You Need to Tenderize a Tough Cut of Meat

• unripe green papaya

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How to Tenderize Tough Meat Without a Pressure Cooker

Step 1:

Start by thoroughly washing the papaya. Remove all the dirt from the skin. Slice it in half and remove the seeds with a spoon.

Step 2:

With the skin on, grate the papaya. You can also place it in the food processor to make the grating process easier. The skin is very important so make sure not to peel it.

Step 3:

Place the meat in a bowl, then add the grated papaya. Mix it well and cover with a cling wrap. Leave it for about three or four hours. Do not leave it for a longer period. The optimal temperature is 140F. Do not place it on your fridge or in a hot or very cold environment as it will not work.

The Best Way to Tenderize Tough Meat