Should You Brown Short Ribs Before Braising

Question

Regarding this recipe https://www.177milkstreet.com/recipes/beer-braised-short-ribs-cookish
Can or should I brown the short ribs prior to braising?  I watched the video and Rosie just put everything in the baking dish for the braise and I am wondering what flavors are added or lost by browning the short ribs first.
Jim - long time reader, 1st time questionner

Lynn Clark · Accepted Answer

Hi Jim - We found we didn't need to bother with pre-browning the ribs as we didn't notice any significant flavor differences. Since the ribs are uncovered and returned to the oven, we let the oven do the browning for us instead.  Best, Lynn C.

Should You Brown Short Ribs Before Braising

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