bromelins
/ˈbroʊməlɪnz/
noun
- A group of enzymes found in pineapples that help break down proteins, often used as a meat tenderizer or in dietary supplements.
- Some people take bromelins as a supplement to help with digestion.
- The chef added pineapple juice to the recipe because bromelins naturally soften the meat.
- Bromelins in fresh pineapple can make meat more tender when used as a marinade.