The easiest way to pound meat into a thin, even

layer without making a mess is to place it between
two sheets of plastic wrap or inside a heavy-duty
zipper-lock bag with the sides split open with a knife.
This will ensure that the steak doesn’t stick to your
cutting board or your pounding device, allowing it to
thin easily and evenly. A meat pounder is nice to
have if you’ve got the space, but a heavy 8-inch
skillet will do the job perfectly adequately.