Sous Vide Swordfish Temperature Guide
Swordfish is the steak of the sea — dense, meaty, and easy to dry out. Sous vide at 130°F keeps it moist and perfectly cooked, then a hot sear gives it the crust. It's the fish to serve to people who don't like fish.
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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 → |
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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 130°F for 20-30 minutes depending on thickness (1-inch steaks 20, thicker 30). Season with salt, pepper, and a little olive oil in the bag. After the bath, dry well and sear 60-90 seconds per side in a hot pan with butter, basting with garlic and thyme. Serve with chimichurri, salsa verde, or a lemon-caper butter.
FAQ
What temperature for swordfish?
130°F for 20-30 minutes — moist and steak-like. Past 135°F it turns dry and flaky.
How thick should I buy it?
1-1.5 inch steaks work best — they cook evenly and hold up to the sear.
What goes with swordfish?
Bold flavors: chimichurri, salsa verde, lemon-caper butter, or a grilled vegetable salad.
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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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