Poor quality meat (tenderize, hamburger, grill, bbq)

[mr.magoo]

I am no stranger to Commissary meat, (Joint base Mcguire- Dix -Lakehurst )
But I truly bless the Commissary for the other benefits and largesse


Dirt Grinder, IMO is right on with the 'velveting'..first thing I thought of, (stir fry beef in oyster sauce)

That and beating it like a piñata. as suggested by dear picklejuice

I have no doubt you will turn it into something most delectable .

[Catgirl64]

Originally Posted by Mikala43

Yeah, that's why I was thinking of bulgogi.... I never heard of velveting!!!!! Guess I know what I'm going to do now.... Thanks DG!

Velveting will change forever the quality of your stir-fries. It truly is a miracle technique.

[mr.magoo]

Originally Posted by Catgirl64

Velveting will change forever the quality of your stir-fries. It truly is a miracle technique.

but a Caveat..as you undoubtedly know, there is a fine line in the technique...
When the texture of the meat goes from tender to a decidedly 'spongy' texture, you took it too far.

[Dirt Grinder]

Originally Posted by mr.magoo

but a Caveat..as you undoubtedly know, there is a fine line in the technique...
When the texture of the meat goes from tender to a decidedly 'spongy' texture, you took it too far.

Ha ha!! It can definitely be taken too far. We have a local "Asian Bistro" that abuses the technique to the point of ruining their chicken. The chicken has no texture and dissolves in your mouth.

[mainebrokerman]

if its already deemed gross...then i would throw it in a slow cooker with some broth and cook it til it falls apart..

[coschristi]

I hate that. Especially when you have been looking forward to that particular dish or meal.

I seem to be picking some duds lately; looks great in the store but not so good when you try to fix it.

[cebuan]

Brought to mind Swiss Steak. Haven't had it since mom used to make it. Made with WWII beef. Now, that was tolugh.

[ForLoveOnly]

I'm no stranger to the commissary but I had to LOL at "bad meat". Maybe toss it and consider tofu instead? Don't know if you are on the big island but the veggies and fruit are amazing there!

[Catgirl64]

Originally Posted by Mikala43

Yeah, that's why I was thinking of bulgogi.... I never heard of velveting!!!!! Guess I know what I'm going to do now.... Thanks DG!

Eagerly awaiting news of the results.

[Mikala43]

Originally Posted by ForLoveOnly

I'm no stranger to the commissary but I had to LOL at "bad meat". Maybe toss it and consider tofu instead? Don't know if you are on the big island but the veggies and fruit are amazing there!

It's gross, CostCo is much, much better. I'm mainly a vegetarian anyway, and need to increase my protein. I'm very picky about meat. We're on Oahu and get some stuff from the neighbor islands. I don't like to waste food, and I enjoy learning how to make cheaper cuts come out tasty.