How to Tenderize a Tough Steak: The Ultimate Experiment

TLDRIn this video, we conduct an experiment to find out how to tenderize a tough piece of steak. We try different methods including soaking in Coca-Cola and using powdered tenderizer to see which one works best.

Key insights

🥩We use an extremely tough eye round roast steak for the experiment.

🔬We test different tenderizing methods, such as soaking in Coca-Cola and using powdered tenderizer.

🍋Lemon juice is said to be a good tenderizer, but it may overpower the taste of the steak.

🧪Papaya is known to be an effective natural tenderizer for beef.

🔥We use high heat to sear the steaks and bring out their flavor.

Q&A

What is the toughest cut of steak?

The eye round roast steak is considered one of the toughest cuts of steak.

Can Coca-Cola tenderize a tough piece of steak?

Coca-Cola is known for its meat-tenderizing properties, but the results may vary.

Does powdered tenderizer work?

Powdered tenderizer can help break down the proteins in the meat, making it more tender.

Is lemon juice a good tenderizer for steak?

Lemon juice can tenderize steak, but it may affect the taste.

How long should you sear a steak?

Searing a steak for about a minute on each side can help enhance the flavor.

Timestamped Summary

00:13Introduction and explanation of the experiment.

01:00Detailed description of the different tenderizing methods used.

04:07Steaks are prepared and soaked for 24 hours in different tenderizing agents.

08:23Steaks are seared on high heat for a minute on each side.

10:57Final recap and conclusion of the experiment.