Tenderisation for Dummies

Hey there! Let's talk about the term "tenderisation". I'm here to help you understand it in the simplest way possible, so don't worry! You've got this.

Tenderisation is a word that we usually use when we talk about food. It means making the food softer and easier to chew. Imagine when you have a big, tough piece of meat that's difficult to bite into. That's when we want to tenderise it to make it more tender, juicy, and yummy!

So, how do we tenderise food? One way to do it is by using something called a tenderizer. It's like a magical tool that helps us make the food more tender. It usually has pointy edges or little hammers that we use to gently break down the tough parts of the meat. By doing this, the meat becomes more tender and enjoyable to eat.

Another way we tenderise food is by marinating it. Have you ever seen your parents soak meat in a sauce or a mixture before cooking it? Well, that's marinating! When we marinate food, we let it sit in a special liquid with ingredients like vinegar, lemon juice, or spices. This liquid helps break down the tough fibers in the meat, making it tender and flavorful.

Now, I'm sure you're wondering why we go through all this trouble just to make the food tender, right? Well, when meat is tender, it becomes easier to eat and digest. Plus, it tastes a lot better when it's not tough and chewy. Think of it like this: when you're eating meat, you want it to feel soft and melt in your mouth, like a delicious piece of chocolate or a fluffy marshmallow. That's why we tenderise food!

So, to sum it up, tenderisation means making food softer and easier to chew. This can be done using a tenderizer or by marinating the food in a special liquid. When we tenderise food, it becomes more enjoyable to eat, and it's a lot easier on our teeth and tummies. Hope that clears things up for you! If you have any more questions, feel free to ask. You're doing great!