Removing the excess moisture from the ribs before cooking will do a few things. Even if your ribs are marinating, it is advised to pat them dry to help prior to cooking. According to the Kitchn, using paper towels to pat the meat dry increases the contact the meat has with the pan or grill and reduces the amount of steam created while cooking. This steam will, in turn, stop the meat from browning properly. Without it though, ribs will be able to create a delicious crust, adding additional flavors and aromas, due to the Maillard reaction.
Joseph Provost, a chemistry and biochemistry professor at the University of San Diego, told The Washington Post thatmeat should be as dry as possible before cooking so that the energy created by the heat can go straight to the food instead of evaporating moisture. This science holds true for ribs. Amazing Ribs notes to always ensure meat is dry before cooking for this very reason. Not only do they have to be pat dry before, but marinating and basting can also prevent the ribs from browning.
So, next time you're cooking up some ribs, be sure to grab a kitchen towel or a roll of paper towels; you don't want to forget this important step for the ultimate flavor.
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