Animal proteins are rather tasteless foods until seasoned and cooked or cooked and seasoned. Processors have the ability to season uncooked proteins through the use of industrial marinades and brines or add flavor after cooking through topically applied sauces. To soak or to sauce...that is the question. And there is no easy answer. It truly is a matter of manufacturing capabilities, product positioning and consumer preference.
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