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Tender chicken meat
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How to Tenderize Meat

Learn how to tenderize meat like Chinese restaurants. Chinese cooks use a magic meat tenderizer powder or baking soda to make tender and soft chicken, meat and pork.
Prep Time15 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Keyword: how to tenderize meat
Servings: 2 servings
Author: Bee Yinn Low

Ingredients

  • 8 oz (230g) chicken breast or beef
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda

Instructions

  • Cut or slice the chicken breast into the desired shape according to the recipe instructions, ensuring that the pieces are uniform in size.
  • Mix the baking soda with the chicken, ensuring that the chicken breast is evenly coated. Set aside for 15 minutes.
  • Place the chicken in a colander and rinse thoroughly under cold running water. Rinse a few times if desired, then pat dry with paper towels. The chicken is now ready for the marinade or preparation specified in the recipe.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 110kcal | Protein: 11g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 37mg | Sodium: 651mg