Turn cheap steaks into choice cuts!
This food blogger has a great tip on how you can turn a cheap cut of beef into a tender, juicy steak that rivals the mighty porterhouse.
Here's the link:
How to turn a cheap cut into a fantastic steak!
And here's her secret:
Salt the steak like mad for 1 hour before you cook it!
Not sprinkle, or daub. She means nearly cover the steak with salt for an hour, then wash and pat dry.
This isn't even a secret, it's a tip that cooks and chefs have known for ages, but only now, with the internet, can we really disseminate the information.
Spread the word!
How does it work: According to the article, the salt initially draws out the water from the steak, but gets reabsorbed after some time. This salt tenderizes the meat, making it soft and tender. You can't argue with that. It's worth a shot!
Let's go!
