Sous Vide Monkfish Temperature Guide
Monkfish is dense, sweet, and firm enough to be called the poor man's lobster — and it's as easy to overcook as shellfish. Sous vide at 135°F keeps it moist and tender, perfect for skewers, curries, or a butter baste.
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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
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
Cook at 135°F for 20-25 minutes (thick fillets 30). Season with salt and a little olive oil or butter in the bag. After the bath, pat dry and sear 60-90 seconds per side in butter, basting with garlic and thyme, or skewer and grill briefly for color. The dense flesh takes bold flavors well — curry, saffron, or a citrus beurre blanc.
FAQ
What temperature for monkfish?
135°F for 20-30 minutes — moist and firm, never rubbery.
Why is it called poor man's lobster?
Its dense, sweet flesh resembles lobster when cooked — at a fraction of the price.
How do I finish monkfish?
A butter baste with garlic and thyme, or a quick grill — the firm texture holds up beautifully.
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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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