Sous Vide Best Sous Vide Lamb Recipes: Temperature & Time Guide
Lamb is expensive and easy to overcook — the perfect candidate for sous vide's precision. These five recipes cover the whole animal.
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A circulator with an on-device screen makes it easy to dial these exact temps without touching your phone — our top pick for precision cooking.
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Quick comparison
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| Anova Precision Cooker 3.0 | A circulator with an on-device screen makes it easy to dial these exact temps without touching your phone — our top pick for precision cooking. | View → |
| Instant-read meat thermometer | Use one to verify your water bath and spot-check the finish — a $15 probe removes all guesswork. | View → |
Anova Precision Cooker 3.0
Editor’s PickA circulator with an on-device screen makes it easy to dial these exact temps without touching your phone — our top pick for precision cooking.
- + On-device temperature control
- + 1100W heats fast
- + Recipe library for temps
- − Premium price
- − Some app features paywalled
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Use one to verify your water bath and spot-check the finish — a $15 probe removes all guesswork.
- + Verifies actual temperature
- + Cheap insurance
- − Not needed if your circulator is accurate
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Buying advice
1) Rack of lamb at 131°F (1.5h) — the dinner-party star. 2) Leg at 131°F (4-6h) — even doneness throughout. 3) Chops at 131°F (1h). 4) Shoulder at 140°F (24h) — tender and rosy. 5) Shanks at 155°F (48h) — fork-tender. All finished with a hot sear and a herb or mint finish.
FAQ
What temperature for lamb?
131°F for medium-rare across the board; 140°F+ and longer for tough cuts.
How do I sear lamb?
Pat dry, hot pan, 60-90 seconds per side — the classic finish.
What sauce pairs best?
Mint, chimichurri, or a rosemary jus — all classic lamb partners.
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Anova Precision Cooker 3.0
A circulator with an on-device screen makes it easy to dial these exact temps without touching your phone — our top pick for precision cooking.
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