Market Definition:
Tenderizing is a process so as to to reduce the toughness of meat fibers in a cut of meat. Tenderizing agents breaks down the meat collagen and softens the meat. The tenderness of meat depends on various factors including the meat grain, the amount of connective tissue, and the fat %. Tenderness can be improved by various techniques, generally enzymes and acids are used in this process. Enzymes are extensively used in commercial methods ... Read more
