Sous Vide Short Rib Temperature Guide
Short ribs have two personalities: the Korean-galbi thin-cut style and the braised, fall-apart Western style. Sous vide can deliver both — 135°F keeps them steak-like and rosy, while 165°F for a long cook gives the classic falling-off-the-bone braised texture.
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Anova Precision Cooker 3.0
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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 → |
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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
For steak-like, rosy short ribs: 135°F for 12-18 hours (bone-in). For classic braised, pull-apart: 165°F for 24-36 hours. Season with salt, pepper, and aromatics (thyme, garlic). After the bath, dry well and sear hard in butter or oil, or glaze with a red wine or Korean BBQ sauce and broil. Bone-in ribs make a stunning presentation.
FAQ
What temperature for short ribs?
135°F for rosy, steak-like (12-18h); 165°F for fall-apart braised (24-36h). Pick by desired texture.
Bone-in or boneless?
Bone-in has more flavor and looks dramatic; boneless is easier to portion and season evenly.
How do I finish them?
Sear hard for crust, or glaze and broil — the rich meat takes sweet, bold glazes 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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