Sous Vide Spinach: Temperature & Time Guide
Spinach loses water and color the moment it hits heat. Sous vide at 180°F wilts it gently, holding the green color and a sweet, concentrated flavor.
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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
Use baby spinach or trimmed leaves, seal with a knob of butter and salt, cook at 180°F for 10-15 minutes. Dress with lemon or nutmeg. For creamed spinach, blend half the batch with cream after cooking.
FAQ
What temperature for sous vide spinach?
180°F (82°C) for 10-15 minutes — gently wilted with vivid color. Longer cooks turn it olive and slimy.
Do I need to dry spinach first?
Yes — a salad spinner or towel dry prevents a watery bag. Spinach releases a lot of liquid.
Can I cook frozen spinach?
Yes — add 5-10 minutes; it will release more water, so drain after 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.
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