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Sous Vide Recommendation
Ragingirishman2
Posts: 636
I’m going to expand my cooking skills into the sous vide method. Can I get some recommendations on a good machine that is easy for someone to start with but I won’t outgrow when I want to do more.
XL BGE
Plainfield, IL.
Plainfield, IL.
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Anova or Joule. I have both. Probably use the Joule more since it has cloud control~ John - Formerly known as ColtsFan - https://www.instagram.com/hoosier_egger
XL BGE, LG BGE, Med BGE, BGE Chiminea, Ardore Pizza Oven
Bloomington, IN - Hoo Hoo Hoo Hoosiers! -
Anova. Have loved mine these years.
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Anova. I had both a Joule and Anova. I use them a few times a week at minimum. Anova is still going strong after 11 years, the Berville Joule lasted 2 years before it died.
(it was out of warranty and they did give me a 25% of coupon for any Breville product so that was nice)I would rather light a candle than curse your darkness.
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I like my Anova. It's a workhorse for me. It's been plugged in since getting it two years ago. The best thing I acquired for cooking next to the BGE's
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I use the Anova every week. It’s been solid."I've made a note never to piss you two off." - Stike
"The truth is, these are not very bright guys, and things got out of hand." - Deep Throat -
I have both (older BT Anova, and Joule). I usually use the Joule, because it fits in a kitchen drawer, and is easier to travel with.Also, the Joule is higher wattage, and circulates water more than the Anova. I think the later Anovas are higher wattage, and match up more evenly with the Joule.#1 LBGE December 2012 • #2 SBGE February 2013 • #3 Mini May 2013A happy BGE family in Houston, TX.
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Am I misremembering, or do/did Jules work only via the app? Personally, I do not like any device that has an app only as the controller. Did an approximation of that with a Vitamix once (albeit it had some very basic manual functionality) and I despised it.
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Correct. I found it finicky at times. Anova are can be used without and app.GrateEggspectations said:Am I misremembering, or do/did Jules work only via the app? Personally, I do not like any device that has an app only as the controller. Did an approximation of that with a Vitamix once (albeit it had some very basic manual functionality) and I despised it.I would rather light a candle than curse your darkness.
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Another strong vote for ANOVA. Have had it for many years. Very simple to use. I even sprung for its own little garage!
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I bought the Anova Pro. The heating time is a huge improvement over the original and makes it more viable for weekday use.https://www.seriouseats.com/best-sous-vide-immersion-circulators?utm_source=googlepaid&utm_medium=con&utm_content=EAIaIQobChMItJWO7-TPiQMVD4FaBR3LQgBMEAAYASAAEgJ9r_D_BwE&utm_campaign=commerce-dd-SousVide_SeriousEats_Combined_CommSEM_DSA&utm_term=sous%20vide%20machine&utm_test=&displayPrice=no&gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAACeazfCn48adX428kKvrmfEPv0iZW&gclid=EAIaIQobChMItJWO7-TPiQMVD4FaBR3LQgBMEAAYASAAEgJ9r_D_BwE
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FWIW, I've been using an earlier version of this for about 13 years, and I still like it a lot Use it probably twice a week on average.
https://sousvidesupreme.com/products/sousvide-supreme-touch-9l
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I bought one of those cases too, Ron. Love it.RRP said:Another strong vote for ANOVA. Have had it for many years. Very simple to use. I even sprung for its own little garage! -
First time I carried my case in to show my brother-in-law the man figured I had bought a fancy set of antique dueling pistols!GrateEggspectations said:
I bought one of those cases too, Ron. Love it.Re-gasketing the USA one yard at a time -
I'm with Ron and others in the Anova corner, I've had the same one since 2017. It gets used about 6-8 times a month, very simple controls and never had a problem with it.RRP said:Another strong vote for ANOVA. Have had it for many years. Very simple to use. I even sprung for its own little garage!Rick in Tampa -
LOL Ron!RRP said:
First time I carried my case in to show my brother-in-law the man figured I had bought a fancy set of antique dueling pistols!GrateEggspectations said:
I bought one of those cases too, Ron. Love it."I've made a note never to piss you two off." - Stike
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I also recommend getting a dedicated container with a lid. In addition to the heat retention benefits, it’ll protect your sous vide from moisture damage. My old Anova went haywire from the steam on a couple of cooks.I have a LIPAVI container and I use it to store the sous vide instead of Ron’s Hamilton-Burr case.
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Thanks for all the great suggestions and the entertaining stories.XL BGE
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I wonder how many people won’t get that reference?DoubleEgger said:I also recommend getting a dedicated container with a lid. In addition to the heat retention benefits, it’ll protect your sous vide from moisture damage. My old Anova went haywire from the steam on a couple of cooks.I have a LIPAVI container and I use it to store the sous vide instead of Ron’s Hamilton-Burr case.
I have to Anova pro, use it 4 - 6 times/month. Great unit.MMBGE / Large BGE / XL BGE (Craigslist Find) / SF30x80 cabinet trailer - "Ol' Mortimer" / Outdoor kitchen in progress.
RECOVERING BUBBLEHEAD
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i still use the original anova, open spaghetti pot on the stove ror most cooks. for those 30 plus hour soaks i just float bubble wrap on top to avoid evaporation. not much of a fan of those long cooks breaking down the texture too much.
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Good Day. I am interested in getting started doing this as well.
I noticed different wattage models.I have also wondered about cooking in a plastic bag. I do vacuum seal and freeze food. Have always wondered about plastic breaking down?
Grateggspectations talked of using a cooler for the vessel.
Thanks for any comments of ideas.Pure MichiganGrand Rapids, Michigan LBGE, SBGE -
Higher wattage models are going to heat the water faster and circulate more water.otter said:Good Day. I am interested in getting started doing this as well.
I noticed different wattage models.I have also wondered about cooking in a plastic bag. I do vacuum seal and freeze food. Have always wondered about plastic breaking down?
Grateggspectations talked of using a cooler for the vessel.
Thanks for any comments of ideas.The Food Saver bags are fine to use at SV temps.You can use anything for a vessel including a stock pot. -
A cooler is useful for longer SV cooks, and/or big cuts (e.g. brisket, beef ribs, etc.). The insulation helps. Also, as mentioned by @fishlessman above, bubble wrap works well to prevent heat loss from the surface.otter said:Good Day. I am interested in getting started doing this as well.
I noticed different wattage models.I have also wondered about cooking in a plastic bag. I do vacuum seal and freeze food. Have always wondered about plastic breaking down?
Grateggspectations talked of using a cooler for the vessel.
Thanks for any comments of ideas.#1 LBGE December 2012 • #2 SBGE February 2013 • #3 Mini May 2013A happy BGE family in Houston, TX. -
Dang! Bubble wrap is a genius idea! I know why I always read your posts!!caliking said:
A cooler is useful for longer SV cooks, and/or big cuts (e.g. brisket, beef ribs, etc.). The insulation helps. Also, as mentioned by @fishlessman above, bubble wrap works well to prevent heat loss from the surface.otter said:Good Day. I am interested in getting started doing this as well.
I noticed different wattage models.I have also wondered about cooking in a plastic bag. I do vacuum seal and freeze food. Have always wondered about plastic breaking down?
Grateggspectations talked of using a cooler for the vessel.
Thanks for any comments of ideas.I would rather light a candle than curse your darkness.
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55 gallon storage container at home depot, $15, for large meals
Fort Wayne Indiana -
@MasterC if that is a 55 gallon container you must have some huge countertops.
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LBGE,SBGE, and a Mini makes three......Sweet home Alabama........ Stay thirsty my friends .
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A chamber sealer will change your life. Highly recommend one!MasterC said:They're in the drawerI would rather light a candle than curse your darkness.
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True but not sure if a residential chamber sealer can accommodate that big hunk of meat (ham?). It appears a 10x15 bag (biggest my VP215 can handle) would be too small/tight. I use my old Foodsaver for oversized protein.Ozzie_Isaac said:
A chamber sealer will change your life. Highly recommend one!MasterC said:They're in the drawercanuckland
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