papain
[ puh-PAY-ihn ]
An enzyme extracted from
PAPAYA and employed as a meat tenderizer, and as an agent used to
CLARIFY liquids (especially beer). See also
MEAT TENDERIZERS.
© Copyright Barron's Educational Services, Inc. 1995 based on THE FOOD LOVER'S
COMPANION, 2nd edition, by Sharon Tyler Herbst.
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