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Sous Vide brand

Discussion in 'Food Talk' started by TaquitoBandito, Jan 18, 2021.

  1. Jan 18, 2021 at 4:57 PM
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    I'm thinking about buying a Sous Vide (mostly because I've been reading it's the best way to warm up bbq). Anything special I should be looking for? It's looks like Anova are the brand but I'm reading good things about Breville's version. Any recommendations?
     
  2. Jan 18, 2021 at 5:21 PM
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    If you are just thawing or reheating food savered bags of BBQ....just boil them in the bag in a large lot

    Works great and is free.
     
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    OP, are you just re-heating food or cooking too? like steak and whatnot?
     
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  5. Jan 18, 2021 at 5:31 PM
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    Initially it'll be to reheat but I'm sure I'll start cooking with it too. I would like to try out some steaks and stuff. So it'll be both.
     
  6. Jan 18, 2021 at 5:33 PM
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    Dude I’ve heard great things about doing steaks with them. Like stupid good and the perfect cook!
    As for brands I’m in the dark, that’s some next level stuff that I’m not ready for yet!
     
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    if you're going to cook, i'd go with the Anova for sure. it's expensive but it works
     
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    If never used one I think you will love it doing any type of meat. Loved mine doing steak, set it at 134 degrees for a couple hours and sear it :drool:
     
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    I use Anova however my latest one is very high pitched and annoying. It gets the job done but if i had a do-over i’d get a joule or wancle. I sous vide 4-5 times per week if you have questions.
     
  10. Jan 18, 2021 at 6:35 PM
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    I went to the wancle website to read about them and found this page: http://www.wancle.net/about/

    The links don't work which isn't a big thing - it's the "52000 Condolences Messages" that has me a little leary.

    So do the Anova's tend to wear out? How often have you had to replace them. I do like that the Wancle is supposed to heat the water faster, but again, it's hard to get past their website.

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    I bought a knock off from Monoprice for about $70. It has worked well. No Bluetooth monitoring but I’m fine with that. Anova is the name brand, has a lot of features, but pricey. Check out their free app for recipes.
     
  12. Jan 18, 2021 at 6:40 PM
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    my first anova lasted 2.5 years. Great machine but had a flaw with vent holes allowing steam in and overtime it just burned out. I used it at minimum 3 times per week for 2.5 years. Right now i have the new 1000 watt anova. Nothing bad to say except a high pitched whine. If your kitchen is near your living room, it may not work for you due to the noise. I have no qualms about heating speed. I believe my last one was 900 watts and it was fine too. I always start with hot tap water ~120 degrees, so it doesn't have far to heat in most circumstances
     
  13. Jan 18, 2021 at 7:33 PM
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    I got my wife an Anova for Christmas. We used it for the first time this past Friday night on some average grade steaks she got on sale. I don't know how long this thing will last but OH MY GOSH what it did to the steaks!!!! They were as tender as a fine filet! We held them at 130 for 2 hours and they practically melted in our mouths!
     
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    PolySience makes the best.
    Joule is a great consumer option as well. Anova is loud. The app from Joule is a nice touch for beginners. It’s basically the traeger of immersion circulatory. Also pick up Under Pressure by Thomas Keller if you’re looking for some solid knowledge.
     
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    Thanks - I think I'm going with the white polycarbonate Joule. Amazon has it on sale for $150. I can get a 4 year replacement warranty for $29. Those PolyScience are NICE but more than I want to spend right now.
     
  16. Jan 18, 2021 at 8:13 PM
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    I have the Joule brand and love it. After you get it go on Amazon and you can find all types of things to use with it. Best way I have found to cook unless I'm doing a crawfish boil or grilling.
     
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    Had a ribeye recently that was sous vide and then finished in a skillet, just a couple of minutes on each side. Was unbelievably good.
     
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    I've experimented a lot, some of my favorites are:

    - Top Round/Eye of Round roast (Think $2 per lb generic tough as leather roast) marinated in steakhouse marinade and cooked 48hr at 135 degrees, chilled for 10 minutes in ice, and then roasted in the oven to finish.
    - Boneless, skin on chicken thighs cooked for 2 hours at 155 and then lightly floured, seasoned, and pan fried in a little oil to finish/crisp.
    - Prime rib, cooked 12 hours at 132, chilled in an ice bath, then roasted in the oven until desired crust is formed.
    - Pork tenderloins, cooked in bag with marinade for 12 hours at 145, roasted in oven to finish.
    - Beef Brisket, cooked at 132 for 48 hours, then smoked on my weber charcoal grill for 2 hours.
    - Whole Turkey, stuffed with onions, garlic, vegetables, bag filled with chicken broth and cooked for 12 hours at 150. Roasted in oven to finish.

    Tri Tip is also particularly good.
     
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    Does it change the texture at all, even if finished on grill or cast iron pan to crisp outside?

    I've heard it comes out kind of squishy or mushy (similar to how I find slow cooker meat).

    We have debated getting one for years.
     
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    Ultimately it depends on how long you cook it, as well as at what temp. The longer and hotter you cook it, the mushier it is. A ribeye cooked for 2 hours at 129-135 degrees and then seared, will be indistinguishable from a ribeye cooked conventionally, in terms of texture.

    It depends on how tender something is to start with. A filet mignon would probably be way too mushy at 12 hours, a cut like that doesnt really get better with Sous Vide, so I just do it normally. Whereas a tough as nails $2 per pound roast you can cook for 36 hours and it has a texture like a nice tender ribeye.
     
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    @Pine Tree State Thanks! I figured it didn't turn everything to mush and was still dependent on cut and cook time etc.
     
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    One thing I think people overlook is convenience. I Know I want a roast for dinner two days from now. I seal it in my vacuum sealer, throw it in the water, and now I know it will be ready two days from now, no matter if I have to work late, or come home early, or the wife wont be home at her normal time - doesnt matter, when we are ready, I just take it out and finish it under the broiler and its done and perfect.
     
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    I've got an anova, my brother has a joule, i dont think you can go wrong with either one.

    Pro-tip, go heavy on your salt seasoning. I usually just hit it with a salt and pepper, and i watched a Bon Appetit youtube and their top chef did a lot of salt on the meat, then added a little salt before the sear, and topped it with a little salt while serving. I was a little skeptical, but i gave it a try and hot-damn...it was absolutely amazing. I used some 1.5" thick Ny Strips.
     
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    Now you guys got me all excited! I've been down on steak lately because they haven't been as flavorful as I'd like coming off of the grill. I love filet mignons but not the price. This could be a game changer.
     
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    I found a Sous Vide recipe for bone-in ribeye on Americas Test Kitchen and cooked it up today. It was great. The joule is super quiet - I did have some issues with getting the wifi set up but not sure if it was user error or not. Anyways, it was AMAZING. I should have bought one of these years ago. Thanks to everybody for your recommendations.
     
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    We use the Anova all the time to cook food or reheat. Cooking is either marinated chicken/flank steaks for fajitas or steaks. You can also make egg bites and yogurt. I cook large quantities of food on the smoker and then vacuum seal in the freezer. It makes meal prep much easier with the protein already cooked, just throw it in the bath at ten for ~an hour.
    I just got the newer 1000watt model for my parents and they love it. They are now only using the Sous vide and the Ninja foodie? Happy to share lessons learned here.
     
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    That would be much appreciated! Maybe we need to start up a new thread on Sous Vide cooking tips and tricks.
     
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    Sous Vide opens a whole world of possibilities with food. I have an Anova and it was a god send while I was working out of town for half of last year.
     
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    IF you havent, get yourself a plastic tub with a matching lid made for your size machine. Eliminates much of the evaporation issues and retains the heat a bit better.
     
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    Thanks, I ordered one when I bought it but it won't be here for a few weeks. It has a rack that goes in it too. I was pleasantly surprised at how well the Joule heated up the water and kept temperature. I put some plastic wrap over the top to help keep the heat in.
     
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