Use a meat mallet to pound the beef evenly
Marinate the beef with acidic ingredients like vinegar, lemon juice, or yogurt
Use salt or a dry brine before cooking
Slice the beef against the grain
Cook low and slow for tough cuts
Use a pressure cooker or slow cooker for tough cuts
Add enzymatic tenderizers like papaya, pineapple, kiwi, or ginger
Rest the beef after cooking before slicing
Choose naturally tender cuts when possible
Avoid overcooking the beef