As I was reading thru some of the BBQ groups on Facebook someone was asking how come there steak came out to tough.  Someone replied with this link post by Arm and Hammer.  I found it interesting and plan on using this on some of the cheaper cuts of Beef.  My Rib Eyes and Picanha's always come out tender.  This article discusses the following items. What is velveting and why it works Salt vs Baking soda to Tenderize  The article talks about wet brining vs dry brining with baking soda and when to do each Tenderizing Steaks Tenderizing chicken Tenderizing ground beef Tenderizing game meat like deer Baking Soda Meat Tenderizer Upon searching google I also found you can use baking soda to tenderize Pork ( including Pork chops, pork ribs, and pork tenderloin, Pork roast and many other pork cuts) and most any other meat A few more Tips on to to Tenderize https://tipnut.com/tenderizers-work/