Restaurants use THIS trick to tenderize meat: 1 ingredient!

In times of economic crisis, enjoying tender and tasty meat has become a challenge with prices high in the market. For those looking for more affordable options, there is an infallible trick used by restaurant chefs, a simple technique that can be easily replicated at home.

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But before learning about this technique, it is important to highlight that this method not only tenderizes the meat, but also seasons it in a unique way. Find out more about the ingredient used and see the step by step:

Ingredient to tenderize meat

To put this technique into practice, you only need one ingredient: sodium bicarbonate. However, you also need to define a quantity of meat to apply the trick, so separate 500 grams of meat from the cut of your choice.

Origin and function of the special ingredient: sodium bicarbonate

O bicarbonate

In this sense, its function covers a variety of uses, being best known for its properties as a leavening agent in baking, household cleaning agent and odor neutralizer.

Additionally, baking soda is often used in personal care and health care products due to its alkaline properties and ability to regulate pH.

Technique for tenderizing meat: preparation method

• In a bowl, add the meat and sprinkle baking soda on both sides. Use 1 tablespoon for every 500g of meat.
• Cover the bowl with plastic wrap, plastic bag or lid and let it rest for at least 30 minutes.
• After the resting time, add water to the preserve until it covers the pieces and leave to soak for 5 minutes.
• Drain the water from the meat and wash it lightly to remove excess baking soda.

Result of the technique for tenderizing meat

Incredibly tender and juicy meat. But the experience doesn't stop there! To enhance the flavor even further, we suggest marinating the meat with salt, garlic and Bahian seasoning. Then, in a greased and heated frying pan, slowly sear the pieces of meat to ensure uniform browning.

Then add onion, red and green peppers, letting them cook. Finally, to enhance the flavor, add tomato paste and water to the pan, creating an irresistible sauce.

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