Sous Vide Brussels Sprouts Temperature Guide
Brussels sprouts are a sous vide favorite: cooked at 183°F they come out tender and sweet without the sulfur smell of boiling, then a hot pan makes them crispy and caramelized.
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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
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- − Not needed if your circulator is accurate
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Buying advice
Halve or quarter the sprouts, season with salt, olive oil, and a little maple or honey in the bag, and cook at 183°F for 20-30 minutes. After the bath, pat dry and sear cut-side down in a hot pan with butter and bacon for 3-4 minutes until deeply browned. Toss with lemon and parmesan. The bag method keeps them sweet — no bitter, mushy sprouts.
FAQ
What temperature for Brussels sprouts?
183°F for 20-30 minutes — tender with a sweet, not sulfurous, flavor.
How do I make them crispy?
Pat dry after the bath, then sear cut-side down in a hot pan with butter and bacon — 3-4 minutes.
Why are my sprouts bitter?
Overcooking or boiling releases sulfur compounds. Sous vide's sealed bag avoids that.
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