Sous Vide Pork Tenderloin Temperature Guide
Pork tenderloin is a long, lean, elegant cut that's ruined by even two extra minutes in a pan. Sous vide is the answer: at 140-145°F it comes out juicy, tender, and slightly blush — then a fast sear builds flavor without drying the interior.
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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 140°F for the juiciest result, 145°F if you prefer no pink — 1-1.5 hours for a standard tenderloin (about 1 pound). Season simply: salt, pepper, garlic powder, maybe a little rosemary. Sear 60-90 seconds per side in butter. Let rest 5 minutes, then slice into medallions. Pair with a pan sauce from the sear drippings — the lean meat loves a little fat and acid.
FAQ
What temperature for pork tenderloin?
140-145°F. It's very lean, so stay at the low end of safe to keep it juicy.
How long to sous vide tenderloin?
1-1.5 hours for a standard 1-pound tenderloin — longer only makes it softer.
How do I keep it from drying out?
Don't overcook and don't overseer — the bath does the cooking, the sear is 90 seconds max per side.
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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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