Sous Vide Flaky Cod Fillets: Temperature & Time Guide
Cod is lean and flakes beautifully when treated gently. Sous vide at 122°F keeps it moist and sweet, ready for any sauce.
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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 → |
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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
- + Cheap insurance
- − Not needed if your circulator is accurate
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Buying advice
1) Season cod with salt, olive oil, and lemon zest. 2) Cook at 122°F for 20-25 minutes. 3) Finish with a light pan sauce (brown butter, capers, lemon) or serve with a herb salsa. 4) Flake gently with a fork.
FAQ
What temperature for cod?
122°F (50°C) for 20-25 minutes — moist and flaky; 130°F for firmer.
Should I salt cod ahead?
A light salting 10 minutes before helps season it; cod needs less salt than you think.
What sauce goes with cod?
Brown butter, lemon, and capers — or a fresh tomato-herb salsa.
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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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