The term Sous refers to a method of cooking in which foods are sealed in airtight plastic bags, then placed in boiling water or in a temperature-controlled steam environment and allowed to cook for 96 hours or more.
The English meaning of "sous" in French is "under" or "below." It is commonly used in French cooking terminologies to refer to a sauce made from pan drippings.
The ideal temperature for sous vide cooking chicken is 140F (60C).
The recommended temperature for cooking shrimp sous vide is 135F (57C).
The recommended temperature for sous vide cooking chicken is 165F (74C).
The ideal temperature for cooking filet mignon sous vide is 130F (54C).
The recommended temperature for cooking a chuck roast sous vide is 135F to 140F.
The recommended temperature for cooking a pork chop sous vide is 140F (60C).
The recommended temperature for cooking lamb sous vide is 130-140F (54-60C).
The recommended temperature for cooking sous vide pork chops is 140F (60C).
Sous vide cooking can lead to a slight increase in the weight of food due to the retention of moisture during the cooking process.
Using a sous vide stick for cooking offers benefits such as precise temperature control, even cooking, enhanced flavors, and convenience.
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