tenderize
verb
ten·der·ize
ˈten-də-ˌrīz 
tenderized; tenderizing
: to make (meat or meat products) tender by applying a process or substance that breaks down connective tissue
Examples of tenderize in a Sentence
The marinade helps to tenderize the meat.
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All acid—like lemon juice, balsamic vinegar, and red wine vinegar—can tenderize meat when used in a marinade.
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Sheela Prakash, Bon Appétit, 19 June 2024
This draws out the moisture, which tenderizes the meat and will give it a nice brown crust when cooked.
—Ana Calderone, Peoplemag, 15 May 2024
According to recipe tester Amanda Stanfield, buttermilk’s natural acidity tenderizes the meat and is a flavorful vessel for the spices and herbs.
—Judy Bart Kancigor, Orange County Register, 9 May 2024
The salty, sugary brining liquid will plump the meat and balance the flavors, while the tea's acids and tannins will tenderize.
—Sheri Castle, Southern Living, 5 Feb. 2024
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Sheela Prakash, Bon Appétit, 19 June 2024
This draws out the moisture, which tenderizes the meat and will give it a nice brown crust when cooked.
—Ana Calderone, Peoplemag, 15 May 2024
According to recipe tester Amanda Stanfield, buttermilk’s natural acidity tenderizes the meat and is a flavorful vessel for the spices and herbs.
—Judy Bart Kancigor, Orange County Register, 9 May 2024
The salty, sugary brining liquid will plump the meat and balance the flavors, while the tea's acids and tannins will tenderize.
—Sheri Castle, Southern Living, 5 Feb. 2024
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tenderize
verb
ten·der·ize
ˈten-də-ˌrīz
tenderized; tenderizing
: to make (meat or meat products) tender by using a process or substance that breaks down connective tissue
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