10-Minute Quick-Start to Sous Vide Mastery: Your First Steak Dinner

In just 10 minutes, I'll guide you through creating a delicious steak dinner. It's all about learning by doing, and you're about to see how sous vide simplifies cooking to deliver exceptional results.

Gather Your Ingredients:

• Steaks: 2 strip steaks, each about 12 oz. (about 340 gr)

• Veggies: 1 lb. fresh asparagus. (about 450 gr)

• Flavor Enhancers: 1 tablespoon olive oil, 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, 1 tablespoon butter, salt, and black pepper.

Tools You'll Need:

• Sous Vide Setup: a water bath container (a deep enough pot will do the trick) and an immersion circulator.

• Packing: Ziploc or vacuum seal bags.

• For the Sear: Tongs, cast iron pan, or a grill.

Your Sous Vide Steps:

1. Preparation: Fill the container/pot with water, attach the circulator, and set it to 125°F (51°C) for medium-rare or 130°F (54°C) for medium steaks.

2. Season & Seal: Season steaks and seal them in your chosen bags, ensuring air is removed.

3. Asparagus Prep: Place asparagus in another bag, season with salt, add olive oil, and seal.

4. Cooking Time: Once the water reaches the desired temperature, place the steak bags in the water bath. Cook for 1-2 hours.

5. Add Veggies: 30 minutes before the steaks are done, add the asparagus bag to the bath.

6. Sear to Perfection: Heat the cast iron pan with vegetable oil. Remove steaks from bags, pepper them, and sear for 2 minutes each side.

7. Rest & Serve: Let steaks rest for a few minutes. Plate the asparagus and add the steaks, either whole or sliced.

• You Did It! Savor the moment – your first sous vide meal is a milestone. This is just the beginning of your journey into effortless, precise cooking.

• Confidence Booster: With sous vide, you're in control. Say goodbye to guesswork and hello to perfectly cooked meals every time.

• Next Steps: Now that you've mastered the basics, the world of sous vide is yours to explore. Experiment with different ingredients and flavors – there's so much more to discover!