Sous Vide Coconut Curry Chicken: Temperature & Time Guide
Curry chicken that's actually juicy: sous vide the chicken, build the sauce, combine at the end.
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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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| 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 chicken with curry powder, salt, and lime. 2) Cook at 149°F for 1.5 hours. 3) Sauté onion, garlic, ginger, curry paste; add coconut milk, fish sauce, and sugar. 4) Slice the chicken and simmer in the sauce 5 minutes. 5) Serve over rice with cilantro.
FAQ
What temperature for the chicken?
149°F (65°C) for 1.5 hours — juicy and tender.
Can I use chicken thighs?
Yes — thighs at 165°F for 2 hours stay juicy and rich.
What makes it fragrant?
Toasting the curry paste and using fresh ginger, garlic, and lime.
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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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