You Can Perfectly Tenderize Beef With One Unexpected Fruit

A common way to tenderize cheap cuts of beef is to marinate it with fruits like pineapple, papaya, and figs. To both tenderize and add a sweet flavor, opt for using pears.

Korean recipes typically use Asian pears (also known as Korean or apple pear). That said, you can use any type of pears to tenderize your beef, including the more popular Bartlett.

The proteolytic enzymes found in raw fruits such as pears break down the proteins and muscle fibers in beef, making tough cuts of meat much more tender.

To tenderize beef using pears, wash the fruits and prepare them by either finely dicing, pureeing, or blending them into a paste-like consistency.

Put the pureed pear or juice in a bowl and add all other marinade ingredients (if using) before adding the thinly sliced beef. Pop it in the refrigerator for three to 24 hours.