date:Oct 30, 2012
Canada is planning to implement a law which makes the labeling of mechanically tenderized beef mandatory, as a part of its effort to ensure food safety.
This move comes after mechanically tenderized beef products from XL Foods were linked to an E.coli outbreak in Canada.
Mechanically tenderizing meat is a process in which cuts of beef are tenderized using machines or tools. The practice, which is followed by suppliers, restaurants and retailers, is expected to improve flavor and tenderness of