Sous Vide Eggplant Temperature Guide
Eggplant's superpower is turning silky and creamy — and its weakness is soaking up oil like a sponge when fried. Sous vide at 185°F gives it that silky texture with almost no oil, then a quick finish adds the flavor.
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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 → |
| 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
Cube or halve the eggplant, salt it lightly to draw out bitterness, season with olive oil, garlic, and a little cumin in the bag, and cook at 185°F for 30-45 minutes. After the bath: puree with tahini and lemon for baba ganoush, or pat dry and sear the pieces in a hot pan until caramelized for a side. The silky interior is perfect for dips, curries, and grain bowls.
FAQ
What temperature for eggplant?
185°F for 30-45 minutes — silky and creamy, not oily.
Do I need to salt it first?
A light salt and 15-minute rest draws out bitterness — worth it for older eggplants.
What's the best finish?
Baba ganoush (puree with tahini and lemon) or a hot-pan sear for caramelized edges.
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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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