The texture
analyzer (TA-XT2 of Stable Micro Systems, UK) was used in both
tests and the analysis was conducted according to AMSA (1995) guidelines.
Seven meat pieces, 1 × 1 × 2.5 cm (height × width × length)
were removed parallel to the muscle fibre direction and kept at 30 °C
(Lady Braun Epilette, CC20, Spain) for 5 min before measurement.