fork-tender

adjective

1. (of food, especially meat) cooked so that it can be cut or pierced easily with a fork.

Example Sentences

In pot with boiling water, cook potatoes for 15-20 minutes or until potatoes are fork tender.

From The Daily Beast

Braise the brisket for five to six hours, until the meat is fork tender.

From The Daily Beast

Place the pan in the oven and braise the brisket for five to six hours, at which point it should be fork tender.

From The Daily Beast