Tenderize Meat with Baking Soda
A simple and effective technique to tenderize meat using baking soda for juicy and flavorful dishes.
Equipment
- mixing bowl
- Measuring spoons
- fork
- Paper towels
- Grill, oven, or frying pan
Ingredients
Meat
- 1 pound Chicken breasts, pork chops, steaks, or salmon fillets Choose your favorite cut of meat.
- 1 teaspoon Baking soda Key ingredient for tenderizing.
- to taste Salt and pepper Basic seasonings to enhance flavor.
Instructions
- Choose the right cut of meat, such as chicken breasts, pork chops, steaks, or salmon fillets.
- Measure about 1 teaspoon of baking soda for every pound of meat.
- Sprinkle the baking soda evenly over both sides of the meat.
- Let the meat rest for about 10 minutes to allow the baking soda to penetrate.
- Rinse the meat thoroughly under cold water to remove the baking soda.
- Pat the meat dry with paper towels to ensure a good sear when cooking.
- Cook the meat using your preferred method: grill, bake, or pan-sear.
Notes
This technique can be used with various types of meat to enhance tenderness and juiciness.