Tenderizing will improve the texture and taste poultry, pork and beef, while also hastening the marinating and cooking time Smooth side flattens and evenly sizes different cuts of meat for even cooking. Perfect for tender meats such as chicken, pork or fish. Pyramid side is made to tenderize meat with a lot of connective tissue and fibers. Stainless steel prongs prepare meats to infuse with marinades and sauces. The 20 stainless steel prongs unscrew, flip and screw prongs inside meat tenderizer’s body for safe storage Also, great to use for crushing ice, crackers and nuts. Not made from recycled material.