How to Tenderize Steak: The Ultimate Guide

TLDRLearn how to tenderize steak using salt and jacquard techniques to achieve the perfect tenderness, even with tough cuts like london broil.

Key insights

🔪Tenderizing tough cuts of meat can be achieved using salt and jacquard techniques.

🥩Using salt alone can help tenderize steak by penetrating the meat.

🧂For the salt technique to work, the meat needs to be seasoned and allowed to sit for some time.

🔫Jacquard technique involves using a tenderizer to poke multiple holes in the meat.

🍽️The jacquard technique can result in a more tender and flavorful steak.

Q&A

Can I tenderize steak with just salt?

Yes, using salt alone can help tenderize steak by allowing it to penetrate the meat, but it needs to be seasoned and left to sit for some time.

What is the jacquard technique?

The jacquard technique involves using a tenderizer tool to poke multiple holes in the meat, allowing it to become more tender and absorb flavors.

How long should I let the steak sit after seasoning it with salt?

It is recommended to let the steak sit for at least an hour to allow the salt to penetrate the meat and tenderize it.

Can I use the jacquard technique on any type of steak?

Yes, the jacquard technique can be used on any type of steak, including tough cuts like london broil.

How can I achieve the best results when tenderizing steak?

To achieve the best results, it is recommended to carefully follow the instructions for both the salt and jacquard techniques and adjust the seasoning and cooking time according to your preferences.

Timestamped Summary

00:02Introduction

00:08Demonstration of the challenges of tenderizing steak

00:20Purpose of the experiment

01:05Using the jacquard tenderizer tool

02:09Comparison of the different tenderizing techniques

03:11Grilling the steak

04:17Tasting and evaluation of the tenderized steaks

05:25Conclusion