Sliced and tender juicy piece on beef on a plate - SYED IBAD RM/Shutterstock Marinating meat is a simple yet effective way to ...

One of the three key ingredients for a tenderizing meat marinade must be acidic; whether it's citrus, soy sauce, or vinegar.

Brining a turkey in mildly acidic apple cider vinegar imparts a lovely, slightly fruity taste while tenderizing the meat. It also helps the turkey absorb more liquid, resulting in a juicier ...

Any kind of dressing can work, as long as it has enough vinegar or citrus to help tenderize the meat. While too much acid can ruin a marinade and turn the protein mushy, you do need enough to ...