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How to Sous Vide Turkey Thigh
Dark meat is handled very similarly to the white meat except for a slight increase in temperature and cooking time. My recommendation for a normal turkey thigh is 148ºF (64.4°C) for 4 to 6 hours. If you are making shredded turkey then the more tender, but less moist result of 165ºF (73.9°C) for 8 to 12 hours should work very well.
Dark meat is handled very similarly to the white meat except for a slight increase in temperature and cooking time. My recommendation for a normal turkey drumstick is 148ºF (64.4°C) for 4 to 6 hours.
If you are making shredded turkey then the more tender, but less moist result of 165ºF (73.9°C) for 8 to 12 hours should work very well.
Due to the moisture present in sous vide cooking any skin that was in the pouch can struggle to become crispy. The best solution to this is to take it off of the bird before cooking the meat sous vide and then before serving crisp it in a 375ºF oven. Though for regular meals, I'll often leave it on and just crisp it up slightly in a pan.
This is my easy sous vide turkey thigh recipe designed to help you make delicious, juicy turkey thighs that come out perfectly cooked every time! My recommendation for a normal turkey thigh is 148ºF (64.4°C) for 4 to 6 hours. If you are making shredded turkey then the more tender, but less moist result of 165ºF (73.9°C) for 8 to 12 hours should work very well. This also works well for turkey drumsticks and other parts of the turkey leg.
Recipe Info
Published: 2021-11-02
Prep Time: 19 Minutes
Cooktime: 4 to 6 Hours
Total Time: 4 to 6 Hours
Serves: 4
Calories: 392 Calories
Tags: sous vide thigh, sous vide turkey thigh, turkey thigh, turkey, sous vide, easy, simple
Ingredients Needed
For the Turkey Thigh
2 pounds turkey thigh
1 to 2 teaspoons salt
1/2 to 1 teaspoons spice rub or herbs (optional)
To Assemble
Sides (optional)
Sauces (optional)
Garnishes (optional)
Recipe Instructions
Preheating: Start your sous vide machine preheating. I prefer 148ºF (64.4ºC) but many people prefer a more well done texture at 150°F (65.6°C).
Prepare the Turkey Thigh: Trim off any fat and cut into portions if desired. Salt the thigh and add any seasoning rub or herbs you prefer.
Seal the Meat: Place the turkey thigh in a sous vide bag and then seal.
Cook the Turkey: Add the bag to the preheated sous vide water bath. Let the turkey cook until it is heated through and tenderized, about 4 to 6 hours.
Dry the Turkey: Once the turkey thigh is ready, remove it from the sous vide machine and take it out of the bag. Pat it dry with paper towels or a dish cloth so you can get a good sear on it.
Searing for Flavor: Heat a heavy pan with some oil in it over medium-high to high heat until it just starts to smoke. Add the thigh and sear quickly, about one minute per side. You want the turkey thigh to just brown but not overcook any more.
Plating: Place the turkey onto a plate with any salads or sides then serve.
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What is the Best Sous Vide Thigh Temperatures and Times?
Sous vide dark meat turkey has a slight increase in temperature and cooking time. My recommendation for a normal turkey thigh is 148ºF (64.4°C) for 4 to 6 hours. Or 165ºF (73.9°C) for shredded.
Medium:
141ºF for 4 to 6 Hours (60.6ºC)
Ideal:
148ºF for 4 to 6 Hours (64.4ºC)
For Shredding:
165ºF for 8 to 12 Hours (73.9ºC)
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