Sous Vide Shrimp Tacos: Temperature & Time Guide
Shrimp tacos are ruined by rubbery shrimp. Sous vide keeps them plump and sweet — the rest is assembly.
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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 | 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 shrimp with chili, lime zest, and salt. 2) Cook at 140°F for 20 minutes. 3) Build slaw: cabbage, lime, crema, cilantro. 4) Warm tortillas, layer shrimp and slaw. 5) Top with avocado and hot sauce.
FAQ
What temperature for the shrimp?
140°F (60°C) for 20 minutes — plump and sweet.
Can I use frozen shrimp?
Yes — thaw first, then cook the same.
What's the best slaw?
Shredded cabbage with lime crema and cilantro — simple and fresh.
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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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