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The Only Ingredients You Need For A Tenderizing Steak Marinade
BY MATTHEW SPINA
Marinades can help tenderize meat, but not because of the moisture. Tenderizing only happens due to a few elements, all of which can be found in three key ingredients.
The three simple ingredients are vinegar, lemon juice, and soy sauce. Together, they provide a powerful force for tenderizing steaks.
Lemon and vinegar are acids that break down meat proteins in a process called denaturing. The soy sauce provides salt, which also breaks down proteins in meat.
Altogether, these three ingredients bring everything you need for a great steak. Try it the next time you prepare the grill for family and friends.