Sous Vide At Home

Sous vide at home with KitchenBoss

Sous vide at home lets you cook restaurant‑quality meals with precise, repeatable results using a simple water bath and vacuum‑sealed (or zip‑top) bags. On this page, you’ll find a collection of KitchenBoss‑optimized sous vide recipes—salmon, ribeye steak, chicken breast, poached eggs, shrimp, and mixed vegetables—each with target temperature, cook time, and step‑by‑step finishing instructions so you can dial in doneness every time.

Salmon Filet with Lemon & Dill 🐟 – Sous Vide At Home

Temperature Target

Target: 50–54°C
  • Serving: 2 portions
  • Temp / Time: 50–54°C (122–129°F) • 30–40 minutes
  • Salmon Filet with Lemon & Dill
  • Sous Vide perfection for flaky, tender fish
  • Serving: 2 portions
  • Temp/Time: 50–54°C (122–129°F) • 30–40 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 1–2 tsp olive oil

Steps

  • 🔵 1. Season and seal fillets in vacuum or high-quality zip bags
  • 🟣 2. Preheat water bath to 52–54°C
  • 🟠 3. Submerge and cook 30–40 minutes
  • 🟢 4. Remove, pat dry, optional quick sear for color (15–30s per side)

Kitchen Boss note

  • For extra citrus, finish with a light lemon-butter sauce

Tips

  • Keep bags fully submerged; avoid air pockets

Ribeye Steak 🥩- Sous Vide At Home

Temperature Target

Target: 56–60°C
  • Serving: 2
  • Temp / Time: 56–60°C (133–140°F) • 1–4 hours
  • Ribeye Steak
  • Bold flavor, ultra-tender texture
  • Serving: 2
  • Temp/Time: 56–60°C (133–140°F) • 1–4 hours

Ingredients

  • 2 ribeye steaks (1 inch thick)
  • Salt & pepper
  • 2 cloves garlic, crushed (optional)
  • 1 tbsp butter

Steps

  • 🔵 1. Preheat to 58°C; season steaks
  • 🟠 2. Bag and seal; cook 1–4 hours
  • 🟢 3. Remove, pat dry; sear 1 min per side with butter

Kitchen Boss note

  • Consider a quick garlic-butter baste during sear

Tips

  • Pat dry before searing for crisper crust

Chicken Breast with Herbs 🍗 – Sous Vide At Home

Front Diagram: Temperature Target

Target: 64–66°C
  • Serving: 2
  • Temp / Time: 64–66°C (147–151°F) • 1–2 hours
  • Chicken Breast with Herbs
  • Moist, herbaceous & evenly cooked
  • Serving: 2
  • Temp/Time: 64–66°C (147–151°F) • 1–2 hours

Ingredients

  • 2 chicken breasts
  • 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme, 1 tsp rosemary
  • 1–2 tsp olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

Steps

  • 🔵 1. Season and seal
  • 🟠 2. Cook 1–2 hours at 64–66°C
  • 🟢 3. Sear lightly in hot oil for color

Kitchen Boss note

  • Slice and serve with a herb glaze

Tips

  • Let rest 3–5 minutes after sear

Perfect Poached Eggs 🥚 – Sous Vide At Home

Temperature Target

Target: 63–65°C
  • Serving: 4 eggs
  • Temp / Time: 63–65°C (145–149°F) • 45–60 minutes
  • Perfect Poached Eggs
  • Silky yolk, sturdy white
  • Serving: 4 eggs
  • Temp/Time: 63–65°C • 45–60 minutes

Ingredients

  • 4 fresh eggs
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp vinegar (optional, helps set white)

Steps

  • 🔵 1. Place eggs (in shells) in bath at 63–65°C
  • 🟠 2. Cook 45–60 minutes
  • 🟢 3. Crack into warm bowls; season

Kitchen Boss note

  • Gently peel; serve on toast or salad
  • Peel eggs carefully for best presentation

Garlic Butter Shrimp 🦐 – Sous Vide At Home

Front Diagram: Temperature Target

Target: 60°C
  • Serving: 2
  • Temp / Time: 60°C • 15–20 minutes
  • Garlic Butter Shrimp
  • Quick, flavorful seafood option
  • Serving: 2
  • Temp/Time: 60°C • 15–20 minutes

Ingredients

  • 8 oz shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • Fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt to taste

Steps

  • 🔵 1. Season shrimp; seal
  • 🟠 2. Cook 15–20 minutes at 60°C
  • 🟢 3. Sear briefly in hot pan with garlic butter

Kitchen Boss note

  • Finish with lemon and parsley

Tips

  • Do not overcook; shrimp cook quickly in this range

Veggie Medley 🥦- Sous Vide At Home

Front Diagram: Temperature Target

Target: 85°C
  • Serving: 2–4
  • Temp / Time: 85°C • 20–25 minutes
  • Veggie Medley
  • Subtitle: Vibrant, crisp-tender with color
  • Serving: 2–4
  • Temp/Time: 85°C • 20–25 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 cup carrots, 1 cup green beans, 1 cup asparagus (mixed)
  • 1–2 tsp olive oil
  • Salt & pepper
  • 1 tbsp butter (finish)

Steps

  • 🔵 1. Bag vegetables with oil, salt, pepper
  • 🟠 2. Cook 20–25 minutes at 85°C
  • 🟢 3. Finish with butter and herbs

Kitchen Boss note

  • Shock in ice water for extra crisp-tinish (optional)

Tips

  • For a colorful plate, mix vegetables with varied texture

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Frequently Asked Questions – Sous Vide At Home

What is sous vide cooking at home?

Sous vide is a method where you seal food in a bag and cook it in a precisely heated water bath.
It helps you control doneness accurately and reduces overcooking.

Do I need a vacuum sealer to sous vide?

Not required.
You can use high-quality zip-top freezer bags using the water-displacement method, or use a vacuum sealer for best results.

How do I set up the KitchenBoss sous vide cooker?

Clip KitchenBoss to a pot or heat-safe container
Fill with water above the minimum line
Set temperature + time
Submerge sealed bag and ensure water can circulate freely

What temperature should I use for sous vide steak?

Common ranges:Medium-rare: ~54–57°C (129–135°F)
Medium: ~58–60°C (136–140°F)
Cook time varies by thickness (often 1–4 hours).

What temperature is best for sous vide chicken breast?

For juicy, tender chicken breast:64–66°C (147–151°F) for 1–2 hours. Finish with a quick sear for color and flavor.

Is sous vide safe?

Yes—when you follow safe time/temperature guidelines.
Best practices:Keep food sealed properly
Avoid leaving food too long in the “danger zone” temps
Chill quickly in ice water if storing for later

Why sear after sous vide?

Sous vide cooks the inside perfectly, but it won’t create a crust.
A fast sear adds:Better texture (browning)
More flavor (Maillard reaction)
A restaurant-style finish

How do I stop bags from floating?

Try:Re-sealing to remove extra air
Using sous vide weights or a spoon clipped to the bag edge
Using a rack or clips to keep bags submerged