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The acid in wine breaks down the proteins in meat, tenderizing it.
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 9y agoThe enzymes in the marinade break down the fibers in the meat, making it more tender.
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What is the purpose of marinating food?
In order that the flavours that the meat is being marinated in can be transferred to the meat.
What is the difference between basting and marinating?
Basting is pouring liquid on something while it is cooking and marinating is soaking something in a sauce before cooking. Marinating is used to season and tenderize while basting is used to keep from drying out while cooking.
Why marination meat?
Meat is marinated generally to tenderize the meat and to add flavor and moisture.
Why do you cover meat with yogurt then remove it before cooking?
The yogurt helps to tenderize your meat.
What is tenderising?
Tenderizing is to break down the fibers in meat so that it is more tender. Sometimes you can use a mallet to pound the cuts of meat to tenderize or use a marinade with an acidic ingredient to tenderize.
Can pineapple juice be used to tenderize meat?
no, it just sits there and seperates
What do you mean by tenderizer?
To TENDERIZE means to take a meat tenderizer ( found in Wal-Mart) and slam the meat
Can milk tenderize beef?
Yes. Milk is acidic and can break down tough meat. I use buttermilk, don't worry you won't taste it. Buttermilk is more acidic than regularmilk which is why it tastes bad but is better for marinating.
Can pork ribs be soaked in soda?
yes, the acid in the soda will tenderize the meat.
How does meat tenderize?
The acid in it breaks it down, Just like a lemon/lime
Give two Reason for marinating meat in wine?
Help break down protein to make the meat tender and add flavour
Do jackfruit leaves have an enzyme that can tenderize meat?
according to the wikipedia it has jackvin is that true
