Sous Vide Prime Rib: Temperature & Time Guide
Prime rib is the holiday showstopper that's easy to botch. Sous vide makes it foolproof: perfectly rosy from edge to edge, with a dramatic hot-oven crust.
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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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Quick comparison
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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
1) Season the roast generously with salt, pepper, garlic, and rosemary. 2) Seal and cook at 131°F for 6-8 hours. 3) Rest in the bag, pat completely dry. 4) Blast in a 500°F oven or sear on all sides until deeply browned (10-15 min). 5) Slice thick and serve with horseradish cream.
FAQ
What temperature for prime rib?
131°F (55°C) for 6-8 hours — rosy medium-rare throughout. 135°F for medium.
How do I get a crust without cooking the inside?
The 500°F blast is short — the interior stays at bath temperature while the outside browns.
How big a roast works?
Any size from 3-10 lbs; just keep it fully submerged and add time for very large roasts.
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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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