On Thu, 04 Nov 2004 20:54:06 -0600, BuZzY > wrote:

>Hey--we enjoy stir frying veg's and beef with various Asian spices. One
>time, an owner of a cafe told me they made their beef tender (it nearly
>melted in your mouth) by marinading it in a solution of baking soda and
>something--
>
>Is this familiar to anyone-??

It's called velveting. Someone posted about the procedure a day or two
ago. Personally, I don't care for spongy beef, but whatever floats your
boat.

Carol
--
"Years ago my mother used to say to me... She'd say,
'In this world Elwood, you must be oh-so smart or oh-so pleasant.'
Well, for years I was smart.... I recommend pleasant. You may quote me."

*James Stewart* in the 1950 movie, _Harvey_