Sous Vide Street Corn (Elote): Temperature & Time Guide
Sous vide corn keeps every kernel plump and juicy. For elote, the bath does the cooking and a quick char adds the smoke.
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Anova Precision Cooker 3.0
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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) Shuck corn and cook at 183°F for 30 minutes. 2) Pat dry and char on a grill or hot pan for 3-4 minutes. 3) Brush with crema or mayo, sprinkle cotija, chili powder, and lime. 4) Serve hot.
FAQ
What temperature for elote corn?
183°F (84°C) for 30 minutes — plump and sweet, ready for the char.
Do I need a grill?
No — a hot cast-iron pan gives the char just fine.
Can I skip the char?
Yes — the dressed corn is delicious straight from the bath.
Ready to cook perfectly?
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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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