Can meat tenderizer be used on cooked meat?

* It won't work: Meat tenderizer works by breaking down the proteins in meat. This process happens during the cooking process. Applying tenderizer to cooked meat won't have any effect, as the proteins are already broken down.

* It can be harmful: Meat tenderizer contains enzymes that are designed to break down proteins. If these enzymes are applied to cooked meat, they can cause the meat to become mushy and undesirable.

What to do instead:

* Use other methods for tenderizing cooked meat: If you're trying to make cooked meat more tender, you can try other methods like:

* Shredding or cubing the meat

* Adding moisture with sauces or gravies

* Slow cooking the meat (if it was not slow cooked originally)

Important note: Never use meat tenderizer on raw meat that you plan to eat raw or lightly cooked (like sushi or carpaccio). The enzymes can cause food poisoning.