fork-tender

American  

adjective

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

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Example Sentences

We feasted on smoked pork belly, which was fatty and fork-tender, smoked brisket, baked beans, and, of course, candied sweet potato with plenty of butter, cinnamon, and sugar.

From Salon

One particularly delicious dish is babi guling, a fork-tender pig roast seasoned with a long list of spices and aromatics.

From Washington Times

The fork-tender meat, mushrooms and sauce, served over bright orange mashed squash, makes for a beautiful and nourishing meal.

From Washington Post

Reduce the heat so the stew is at a low simmer, partially cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until the meat is fork-tender, about 2 hours.

From Washington Post

Place over medium-high heat and cover, checking periodically, until all cubes are fork-tender.

From Salon