Brilio.net - Beef is an animal protein that is popular with many people. It can be prepared in various ways, such as stir-fried, cooked in sauce, or grilled, its taste always captivates the heart. It's not surprising that beef is one of the ingredients that is relied on.
Unfortunately, processing beef requires its own challenges for some people. Not without reason, the tough texture of meat when it is raw makes it take a long time or takes a long time to process. As a result, people usually boil meat for quite a long time.
However, it cannot be denied that the long boiling process causes the gas to run out quickly. Moreover, even though it is boiled for a long time, the results are sometimes less than satisfactory, i.e. the meat is still tough.
Apparently there is another more practical and faster method that you can practice when boiling meat. To do this, just rely on 1 kitchen ingredient. This method was shared by Instagram user Anne Permata.
photo: Instagram/@annepermata
"This tip is for those of you who like to cook meat but the results are always tough," he said, quoted by BrilioFood from Anne Permata's Instagram on Tuesday (28/5).
How to boil meat so it becomes soft quickly and isn't tough.
To cook meat so it becomes tender quickly, it turns out that netizens only rely on baking soda, you know. The first step, prepare the meat to be processed.
photo: Instagram/@annep
Then sprinkle enough baking soda all over the surface of the meat. After that, put it in a ziplock container and leave it overnight in the refrigerator.
photo: Instagram/@annep
So, if you want to process it, just take it out of the refrigerator. Then don't forget to wash and clean the meat using dry tissue. Just wipe it on the surface of the meat.
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How to slice meat properly so it's not tough.
To cut meat so that it is not tough, there are several things you can do.
1. Choose the right type of meat.
Some types of meat tend to be more tender than others. For example, beef tenderloin or sirloin tends to be more tender than other parts.
2. Cutting against the grain.
When cutting meat, make sure to cut against the grain. This helps break down muscle fibers, making the meat taste softer when eaten.
3. Beat the meat.
Before cooking, you can pound the meat with a meat mallet to break up the fibers and make it more tender.
4. Soak in spices or marinade.
Marinating or soaking the meat in a mixture of spices can help make it more tender and give it a richer taste.
5. Proper roasting.
If you cook meat, make sure not to cook it too long or too hot. Overcooking can make meat tough and dry. Use the right temperature and don't leave the meat on the fire for too long.
6. Rest the meat.
After cooking, let the meat rest for a few moments before cutting. This helps maintain tenderness and allows the meat's natural juices to distribute evenly.