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Brilio.net - Chicken meat is one of the foods that is always in demand by many people. In addition to being rich in protein, chicken also contains vitamin B6 which is beneficial for brain development, the nervous system, and skin health, as reported by webmd.com.
In the market, there are various types of chicken sold, but kampung chicken is often the choice because it tastes more savory than broiler chicken. Unfortunately, cooking kampung chicken cannot be careless. If the processing method is wrong, the meat can be tough and hard when eaten.
One way to overcome this problem is to boil the free-range chicken first before processing it. Some people usually add certain ingredients to the boiling water so that the meat becomes tender faster, such as jackfruit leaves. According to ejournal.unib.ac.id, jackfruit leaves contain protease enzymes that can break down the protein that causes the texture of free-range chicken to become tough.
But if you don't have jackfruit leaves at home, don't worry! There is one type of fruit that can be used as an alternative, and the results are no less effective in making free-range chicken tender faster. Curious about what fruit and how to use it? Check out the trick, let's go!
As reported by BrilioFood from TikTok @vitrianna123, first wash the free-range chicken that will be processed. Make sure the entire surface is free from any remaining blood or dirt that sticks to it.
When done, put the free-range chicken into the pan. Add enough water and seasoning to taste. In the video, this netizen is seen using fine yellow spices as a mixture of boiling water. Not only that, he also added pieces of young papaya to the pan.
"No need to peel it, it's guaranteed to be tender quickly," he explained.
photo: TikTok/@vitrianna123
The addition of young papaya is believed to be able to tenderize free-range chicken meat quickly. Not without reason, young papaya also contains protease enzymes, the same as those found in jackfruit leaves.
Even though it is boiled together, you don't need to worry about the taste of the free-range chicken being damaged. According to the video owner, the addition of young papaya pieces does not affect the delicious taste of the free-range chicken itself.
"Young papaya does not change the taste of the dish.. no need to throw away the broth.. boil it with the spices and the result is... the meat is tender and the broth is still delicious, " he said further.
photo: TikTok/@vitrianna123
Cook the free-range chicken until it is cooked and the sauce reduces. If it is cooked, turn off the stove and serve the free-range chicken dish. This way, the free-range chicken dish tastes more delicious. In addition to the spices, the texture of the chicken is also tender when eaten.
FAQ About How to Boil Free-Range Chicken So It Becomes Tender Quickly 1. Why are kampung chickens tougher than broiler chickens?
Free-range chicken is tougher because it has less fat and stronger muscle fibers due to its greater activity compared to broiler chicken.
2. Can young papaya really tenderize free-range chicken?
Yes, young papaya contains protease enzymes that can break down the protein in meat, making the texture more tender in a shorter time.
3. Will the taste of the chicken change after being boiled with young papaya?
No, according to netizens who tried this method, young papaya does not change the taste of the free-range chicken. The broth is still delicious and can be used for other dishes.
4. Are there any alternatives to young papaya to tenderize chicken?
Besides young papaya, you can also use jackfruit leaves, pineapple, or coconut water to help tenderize free-range chicken meat.
5. How long does it take to boil free-range chicken until it is tender?
With the addition of young papaya, free-range chicken can be tender in about 30-45 minutes, depending on the size and thickness of the meat.
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