- Sous vide cooker with a vacuum sealer attachment
Steps
Sous vide corned beef is a delicious and tender cut of meat that's perfect for sandwiches or as a main course. Here are step-by-step instructions on how to make it easily at home:
Ingredients:
- 1 pound corned beef brisket
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- Bay leaves and whole cloves to taste
Equipment:
- Sous vide machine
- Vacuum sealer or plastic wrap
- Rubber bands or clips
- Large pot with a strainer
- Thermometer
Steps:
1. Season the corned beef brisket generously with salt and pepper.
2. Heat the sous vide machine to 150°F for medium-rare or 160°F for medium. You can also use a low temperature of 130°F for longer cooking times.
3. Vacuum seal the corned beef brisket tightly using a vacuum sealer or plastic wrap. This will ensure that it cooks evenly and retains its juices.
4. Place the sealed corned beef into the sous vide machine, making sure it's fully submerged in the water. Cook for 2-3 hours at 150°F or 4-6 hours at 130°F.
5. Remove the corned beef from the sous vide machine and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing.
While the corned beef is cooking, you can make a delicious sauce to go with it:
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- Worcestershire sauce
- Bay leaves and whole cloves to taste
Steps:
1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
3. Pour in the beef broth, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, bay leaves, and whole cloves.
4. Bring to a simmer and let the sauce reduce for 10-15 minutes.
5. Remove from heat and strain before serving.
Serve the sous vide corned beef sliced with your choice of sandwich fillings or as a main course with the delicious sauce on top. Enjoy!