Sous Vide Pork Ribs Temperature Guide
Ribs are the perfect sous vide food: the long, gentle bath renders them tender without the smoker's drying, then a quick grill or broiler builds the sticky glaze. Baby backs or spare ribs both work.
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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
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- − Not needed if your circulator is accurate
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Buying advice
Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs, season with a dry rub, and cook at 165°F for 12 hours (baby back) or 14-16 (spareribs). A little liquid smoke in the bag helps. After the bath, pat dry, brush generously with BBQ glaze, and finish on a hot grill or under the broiler 5-8 minutes, glazing twice until sticky and charred at the edges. Rest 10 minutes before cutting.
FAQ
What temperature for ribs?
165°F for 12-16 hours — tender, juicy, and safe. The meat should pull cleanly off the bone.
Baby back or spare ribs?
Baby back cooks faster (12h) and is leaner; spareribs need 14-16h and are richer.
Do I need to remove the membrane?
Yes — peel it off the bone side or the ribs stay chewy and won't absorb seasoning.
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